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Railroad Day

July 15, 2018 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Natural Tunnel State Park
1420 Natural Tunnel Pkwy., Duffield, VA 24244
Phone: 276-940-2674   Email Address: naturaltunnel@dcr.virginia.gov
Web Site: http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/natural-tunnel
Railroad Day
Date: 07/15/2017
Time: 10:00 a.m.   To  3:00 p.m.
Location: Chairlift Area
Description: For years, the railroad has played a vital role in the economics and history of Southwestern Virginia. The park and Norfolk Southern Railroad are partnering together to provide a program that will touch upon railroad history and promote railroad safety. For this event only, guests will be able to walk into the naturally made tunnel via the railroad tracks. Norfolk Southern will have an engine on display at the south portal of the tunnel. The Daniel Boone Wilderness Trail Association will be at the Carter Cabin to talk about the history of the cabin and tell stories about the area over 200 years ago. Parking is $4 per vehicle and admission is free. The chairlift is $4 per person for a round trip ticket. For a one-way ticket the cost is $3 per person; children three or younger ride free. Parking for this event will take place in the picnic area. For more information call (276) 940-2674. http://tinyurl.com/zb4gw5y
Extra Event Fee: Yes
Children Allowed: Yes

Details

Date:
July 15, 2018
Time:
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Event Categories:
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Website:
http://www.explorescottcountyva.org/event/railroad-day/

Organizer

Scott County Tourism
Phone
276-386-6521
Email
pcox@scottcountyva.com
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Venue

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