Wednesday, July 1st

2:00 p.m.: Archery Program

Archery is the art, sport, practice, or skill of using a bow to shoot arrows. … Historically, archery has been used for hunting. Now, it is mainly a competitive sport and recreational activity. Come out to Cordell Hull State Park to learn a little about archery and enjoy some target practice with Interpretive Rangers Abbey and Jordan.

Saturday, July 4th

9:00 a.m.: Spelunking

Spelunking is the exploration of caves. Join Ranger Josh and Interpretive Ranger Abbey for a trip down to Bunkum Cave and explore the interior as we learn about the cave and what it holds! We will see lots of cave critters and the beautiful rock formations formed over thousands of years! The hike to the cave is moderate, and we will be going into some places in the cave we will have to crawl in. Bring sturdy shoes you won’t mind getting wet, water, a light jacket, and maybe some snacks. We will meet at the trailhead. This adventure is limited to only eight people and is $15 per person. You can sign up at tnstateparks.com under Cordell Hull Birthplace State Park’s upcoming events. Use the following link:https://tnstateparks.com/parks/events/cordell-hull-birthplace/#/?park=cordell-hull-birthplace. Each person needs to fill out a caving permit online, which can be found at the following link: https://stateoftennessee.formstack.com/forms/caving_bunkum_cave

1:00 p.m.: Speaker Series: Invading Mars

In 2020, the next generation of robotic explorers head for Mars! The European Exo-Mars 2020 will land a rover with the mission of looking for organics in the soil. China also has a combined orbiter / rover getting ready. We’re not quite ready to make the trip ourselves, so we’ll explore Mars virtually through the eyes of our robot geologists. Lets find out where we are going and what we hope to discover!

Theo Wellington began a lifelong interest in astronomy with the space age on TV. A small telescope became her window to the universe under the dark skies of the time. Fascinated with the idea that so much information was coming to us on the tiny beams of light, she graduated from Case Western Reserve University with a BS degree in astronomy.

She joined the Barnard-Seyfert Astronomical Society in 2003, became involved in public outreach and how much fun it is to share the universe with everyone. She worked at the Sudekum Planetarium from 2005 – 2016 and part time at Western Kentucky University in 2017 coordinating Eclipse 2017 events for Kentucky K-12 students. As a NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador volunteer, she gets to share information about all of our space exploration.

She also enjoys gardening, photography and running. Theo is still amazed at how much information we receive from our telescopes and spacecraft.

3:00 p.m.: Fourth of July painting

Join Interpretive Ranger Abbey at the picnic tables between the park museum and park office for a fun Fourth of July craft! We will be painting small canvases inspired by the Fourth of July and Fireworks! If we have inclement weather, we will plan to meet in the park office. This program is $3.00 per person. Please pre-register on our State Park website page.

Sunday, July 5th

1:00 p.m.: Red, White, and Blue Natural Dyes

Join Interpretive Rangers Jordan and Abbey to learn about natural dyes! We will talk about the process of using natural dyes and you will get to dye your own shirt. Everyone is required to provide their own items to dye. This program costs $5 per person. Each person can dye up to two items. Please be sure to pre- register online on our State Park website under the Activities tab.

3:00 p.m.: Candle Making

Join Interpretive Ranger Abbey and learn how to make historical candles. The candles are like what the Hull family would’ve used! Once you’re done making it, you’ll be able to take your candle home. We’ll be meeting in the park office.

Wednesday, July 8th

1:00 p.m.: The Incredible Journey

Have you ever wondered how water gets in the ground, forms rivers, lakes or makes its way to the ocean? Come find out the answer at 1:00 p.m. in our Activity Cabin/Office.

Friday, July 10th

6:00 p.m.: Archery Program

Archery is the art, sport, practice, or skill of using a bow to shoot arrows.

Come out to Cordell Hull State Park to learn a little about archery and enjoy some target practice with Interpretive Rangers Abbey and Jordan.

8:00 p.m.: Lantern hike

Join interpretive Rangers Abbey and Jordan for a hike to Bunkum Cave by lantern. Experience a lantern hike down the mouth of Bunkum cave and learn about the history of the area and the cave! Lanterns will be provided. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. We will meet at the trailhead.

Saturday, July 11th

10:00 a.m.: Archery Program

Archery is the art, sport, practice, or skill of using a bow to shoot arrows.

Come out to Cordell Hull State Park to learn a little about archery and enjoy some target practice with Interpretive Rangers Abbey and Jordan.

1:00 p.m.: Corn Husk Dolls

Join Interpretive Ranger Abbey to learn how to make your very own corn husk doll! We will learn the history about corn husk dolls and the process of making your very own!. Once we are finished, we will get to take our dolls home with us.

2:00 p.m.: God’s Eye Program

This craft originates from the Ojo de Dios (Eye of God) cultural symbol made by the Huichol Indians of Mexico. We will make our very own God’s Eye to take home with us and learn about its importance to the Huichol Indians. Meet us in the park office.

Sunday, July 12th

2:00 p.m.: Spinning in the Cabin

Come visit the park and learn about the history of spinning! Interpretive Ranger Abbey will be in the cabin giving a demonstration on how to use a spinning wheel and drop spindles, so stop by and learn how clothes used to be made.

3:30 p.m.: Yarn Dolls

Come and join Interpretive Ranger Abbey at Cordell Hull Birthplace. She’ll be teaching you how to make historical Yarn Dolls that you can take home with you! We will be meeting in the park office.