VA250 Public Dig Day: Animals of the Revolution

VA250 Public Dig Day: Animals of the Revolution

Sat, May 9, 2026 • 10:00 AM—2:00 PM

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@ What animals lived, worked, and roamed through Revolutionary-era Virginia? This Dig Day explores the role of animals on farms and in surrounding forests 250 years ago. Participants will take part in excavations near the future parking area at Timberneck (in Machicomoco State Park), contributing to ongoing research that supports the site’s restoration and preservation. Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live

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Fairfield Foundation

The Fairfield Foundation is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization dedicated to archaeology, preservation and education on Virginia’s Middle Peninsula.