Machicomoco State Park, Hayes, will host its annual Indigenous Peoples Celebration from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4, at the park’s Interpretative Area.
Spectators are invited to attend and learn about local tribes, experience traditional dance and drums, and interact with the exhibitors at this unique event.
“This event provides a great opportunity for our guests to immerse themselves in the culture and history of the Indigenous Peoples of Virginia,” said Machicomoco State Park Manager Terry Sims. “The park is rich in culture and visitors can take part in hands-on demonstrations while they learn about traditional plant uses and the wildlife and natural resource management used by the Virginia Indians. Our goal is that visitors will continue to explore and learn about the Indigenous Peoples of Virginia and their story of persistence.”
The celebration will include dance performances at 10:30 a.m., noon and 1:30 p.m. by the Rappahannock Native American Dancers and Maskapow Dr...