Park Day at Richmond Battlefield

Join the National Park Service & the American Battlefield Trust for Park Day on April 6 at Richmond National Battlefield Park.

This nation-wide day of service brings together volunteers to clean up our country’s battlefields. Service opportunities at Richmond National Battlefield Park will focus on the Gaines Mill area.

QUESTIONS? Email Claire Murphy.

Note: This information is provided by the National Park Service. If you are interested in attending this event, always contact the park prior to your visit to confirm all the event details.

Events may be changed or even canceled at any time, so always confirm with the park before you go!

calendary icon Date April 6, 2019
  • Time:
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location:
    Gaines Mill Parking Lot, 6283 Watt House Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23111
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