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The Stewarts built the Packard Garage around 1920-1930. Although Victor Stewart lived at Chippokes, he worked in Petersburg and commuted daily. His preferred vehicle was the Packard, and his 1941 Packard 160 Series Clipper has been partially restored. The garage later took on a new role as the Friends of Chippokes gift shop. Friends of Chippokes is a volunteer group dedicated to identifying and promoting activities that enhance the cultural and natural resources of Chippokes Plantation State Park, with volunteers cleaning and decorating the grounds, cooking in the historic kitchen, and leading tours through the mansion. Money raised in the gift shop is used to support park needs and enrich the Chippokes experience.
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