Tools that Built Us

Location of Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Stone First Aid building at the end of Parking Lot 1
Main Park Address: Hungry Mother State Park, 2854 Park Blvd., Marion, VA 24354.

When

Sept. 2, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Hear the sound of chopping axes as the park naturalists demonstrate how the CCC built the cabins at the park. See the tools and how they were used every day. You just may have a chance to try your hand at one of them. Ask lots of questions about the CCC, Civilian Conservation Corps and learn how the park was built.

Cabin built by the CCC

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-781-7400
Email Address: HungryMother@dcr.virginia.gov