Governor Northam Celebrates Opening of Virginia’s 40th State Park
GLOUCESTER COUNTY Governor Ralph Northam today celebrated the opening of the Commonwealth’s 40th state park, Machicomoco State Park, with a dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony. Machicomoco is an Algonquian word meaning “special meeting place,” acknowledging the importance and mission of the site: to educate the public about the native tribes in Virginia and share their stories. Machicomoco State Park spans 643 acres along the York River in Gloucester County at the site formerly known as Timberneck Farm.
“As we open Virginia’s 40th state park, we are reminded of the many ways these natural spaces connect us and bring communities together,” said Governor Northam. “The story of our Commonwealth cannot be told without the history and experiences of Virginia’s native tribes. Machicomoco will stand in perpetuity, ensuring that we continue to learn from our past, celebrate the present, and aspire to a b
Northam marks opening of Machicomoco State Park, Virginia's 40th state park
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Gov. Ralph Northam, Native American tribes celebrate Machicomoco State Park grand opening, dedicated to native history and culture
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Land acquired in Gloucester County for Virginia s 40th state park
The Conservation Fund transferred 643 acres known as Timberneck Farm to the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation.
Credit: Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation Author: Associated Press Updated: 5:50 AM EST December 23, 2020
RICHMOND, Va. State officials say a land acquisition in Gloucester County has brought Virginia one step closer to opening its 40th state park.
A Tuesday news release says the Conservation Fund transferred 643 acres known as Timberneck Farm to the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation.
The land will be part of a state park situated along the York River named Machicomoco that’s expected to open in early 2021.
Land acquired for Virginia's 40th state park
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