Place

Iron Mike Statue

A color photograph of an iron statue of man wearing work clothes and leaning on an ax handle.
A tribute to the young men of the Civilian Conservation Corps

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Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits

Iron Mike stands outside Byrd Visitor Center. This statue was donated to the Park to honor the young men in the Civilian Conservation Corps who, together, built much of the infrastructure of Shenandoah National Park still in use today.

Shenandoah National Park

Last updated: February 16, 2021