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Shot Tower Historical State Park
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SHOT TOWER HISTORICAL STATE PARK
SHOT TOWER HISTORICAL STATE PARK
116 Orphanage Drive
Max Meadows, Virginia   24360
(lat:36.8838 lon:-80.8529) map location

Phone: 276-699-6778
Overlooking the New River, Shot Tower was built more than 200 years ago to make ammunition for the firearms of the early settlers. Lead from the nearby Austinville Mines was melted in a kettle atop the 75-foot tower and poured through a sieve, falling through the tower and an additional 75-foot shaft beneath the tower into a kettle of water. Guests may ascend the tower, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. Interpretive signs provide details on the tower. Grounds are open from dawn until dusk. The parking lot is open year-round. The tower is open on scheduled days in the summer. Admission to the tower is free, however the daily parking fee applies. Group tours are also available. Call the office at 276-699-6778 for details.


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Shot Tower Historical State Park is located near Dublin, Galax and Pulaski


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