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Explore the Parks on Old-Fashioned Guided Wagon ToursExplore the Parks on Old-Fashioned
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This fall, climb aboard a converted hay wagon and enjoy an interpretive tour to the Potomac River at Riverbend Park, a trip to the wetland at Huntley Meadows, or a relaxing ride around the grounds at Sully Historic Site.

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Before you pack up the family mini-van and waste precious time and money on a long-distance trip, check out the wide variety of summer activities available at Fairfax County parks. Whether you're looking for family adventure, kids' activities, outdoor experiences, unique ways to beat the heat, or just some fun things to do after 5 p.m., the Fairfax County Park Authority has staycation solutions for everyone.


Colvin Run Mill Grinding DemosColvin Run Mill Grinding Demos
Colvin Run Mill
Sunday, September 5
Noon-3:00pm


Come watch the miller grind grain at Colvin Run Historic site from noon to 3 p.m. The cost is $6 per adult, $5 per student 16 years or older, and $4 per child and seniors. Before you visit, call 703-759-2771 to confirm program will be held.

Virginia Indian Festival Virginia Indian Festival
Riverbend Park
Saturday, September 11
10am-4pm


Eight Virginia and Washington, D.C. area tribes, including the Rappahannock dancers and drummers, will help celebrate the Virginia Indian Festival at Riverbend Visitor Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. See demonstrations by tribe members, tool-making experts and local archaeologists, plus bow and arrow shooting and spear throwing with an atlatl. Help build an authentic dug-out canoe. Crafts, pottery and music will be available for purchase. The cost is $5 per person. For information, please call 703-759-9018.

Sully Quilt and Fiber Arts Show and SaleSully Quilt and Fiber Arts Show and Sale
Sully Historic Site
Sunday, September 12
10am-4:30pm


From 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., rain or shine, vendors show and sell new and antique quilts, other fiber arts, quilt-related merchandise, antique linens, antique sewing tools, books and fabric at Sully Historic Site’s 37th annual fall Quilt and Fiber Arts Show. The show includes quilting demonstrations and lectures from Northern Virginia Quilters Unlimited, children’s activities, quilt appraisals, quilted door prize from Hayfield Country Quilters, and food. The fee of $9 per adult, $8 per senior, and $6 per child includes a tour of the historic house. For information, please call 703-437-1794.

 

 



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