Cannon Park

Join us in Cannon Park for the annual Contraband Vigil and Procession across the Main Gate. On the night of May 23, 1861 less than 24 hours after Virginia ratified its ordinance of secession, Frank Baker, Shepard Mallory, and James Townsend, determined to cast off their bonds of enslavement, crossed under the cover of night […]

The program has been cancelled due to the inclement weather.  Join us for our annual Contraband Candlelight vigil and procession.  The program and walk will begin at 6 pm at Cannon Park located near the intersection of Ingalls and Ruckman Roads.  Weather permitting.  Attendees are encouraged to bring their own penlights.