Our Mission
Friends of Ferrum Park is a nonprofit founded in 2023 by a group of Franklin County residents who share a desire to improve the quality of life in our local area. Our mission is to preserve the natural beauty of Ferrum, Virginia while providing a dedicated public space and amenities for our community.
On October 9th, 2024, the Friends of Ferrum Park purchased an 84-acre parcel that belonged to Franklin County for 28 years. This property was originally ear-marked for an industrial park, and then a high-density subdivision. All the while, our community has never had any public space available for residents to use or enjoy. After an outpouring of community support for the plan proposed by Friends of Ferrum Park, the Franklin County Board of Supervisors agreed to sell the property to our nonprofit group in July of 2024.
Based on community feedback, majority of the property will be preserved in its natural state in order to serve the community of Ferrum as a nature park
and event space, open and accessible to all.
It is our greatest privilege to help make it happen.
Our Core Goals & Principles
Preserve Ferrum’s rural character
Provide community-driven amenities
Prioritize accessibility for all mobilities
Protect our local wildlife and their habitats
Focus on Appalachian culture and history
Promote and uplift local businesses and organizations
Foster a sense of community and appreciation for the natural environment in future generations
Join us in our efforts to make this vision a reality.
See our plan below.