Hands On History
Where
Program Location: River Loop Trailhead Parking Lot
Main Park Address: Hayfields State Park, 524 Hayfields Lane, McDowell, VA 24458.
When
Aug. 23, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Explore the history of Highland County and how Hayfields fits into it!
Join rangers to learn about who has lived in the region, play a game, or two, dating back to the 1800s and lay hands on items that people of the region might have carried.
Stop by the River Loop Trailhead Parking Lot.
Contact the park (540-396-4489) for more details.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-396-4489
Email Address: Hayfields@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Additional dates
Hands On History - Aug. 8, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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