STORIES Northern Neck Hidden History Trail logo On the Potomac Riverís Northern Neck, this park offers many opportunities for family fun ñ an Olympic-sized swimming pool and adjacent bathhouse, meeting area, snack bar, camp store, launching ramp for power boats, visitor center, campgrounds, camping cabins, cabins, fishing pier, boat rentals and six miles of trails. Fossil collectors enjoy hunting for shark teeth on the Potomac, and birding enthusiasts find the park an excellent site for spotting American bald eagles, ospreys, kingfishers, great blue herons, common terns, green herons and gulls, as well as wintering waterfowl.

The Legacy of African-American Education in the Northern Neck

Discover the rich history of African-American education in the Northern Neck, a journey shaped by community resilience, local schools, and influential figures. From the creation of private schools in the 1800s to the impact of the Julius Rosenwald Fund, this legacy is woven into the fabric of the region. Learn how these efforts paved the way for educational opportunities, including the eventual integration of schools like the A.T. Johnson High School in 1970. Click here to explore this inspiring story of perseverance and progress.

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