Fairy Stone State Park
Murders over moonshine rocked the town of Fayerdale in the 1920s and 30s, leaving a dying town remembered for tragedy rather than the mining operations that once made it a boom town. Moonshining (illegal whiskey making) was quite prevalent in and around the Fairy Stone State Park area in the early 1900s. Jealousy, greed, and competition often led to feuds, brawls, and even killings. "Moonshine Murders" reveals the events which sparked a number of these murders. Due to the gruesome nature of this topic, the program is recommended for ages 15 and older.

In-person Event
located at Fairy Stone State Park

Event Address:

967 Fairystone Lake Dr.
Stuart, VA 24171
United States

Directions to this event
Jessica Bickell
Virginia State Parks Park Ranger
(276) 930-2424
Event details

Murders over moonshine rocked the town of Fayerdale in the 1920s and 30s, leaving a dying town remembered for tragedy rather than the mining operations that once made it a boom town. Moonshining (illegal whiskey making) was quite prevalent in and around the Fairy Stone State Park area in the early 1900s. Jealousy, greed, and competition often led to feuds, brawls, and even killings. "Moonshine Murders" reveals the events which sparked a number of these murders.

Due to the gruesome nature of this topic, the program is recommended for ages 15 and older.

Learn more at: www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/events

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Intended audience(s)
Family
Event Details
Historical/Cutural Activities
Estimated Number of Participants
25
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