The Greenbank Observatory is offering a limited chance to go behind the scenes to check out its Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence (SETI). SETI tours are offered to small groups – ages 12 and up – several times a month through October. We caught up with the Observatory’s news manager to find out more about the tours – and what exactly scientists there are looking for.
Governor’s Mansion, Capitol Now Open For Free, Guided Tours
The West Virginia governor's mansion is covered in lights and holiday decor both inside and out. It is now open for free public tours.West Virginia Governor's Office
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The West Virginia Governor’s Mansion – fully decorated for the holiday season – is now open to the public for free holiday tours.
Online bookings of guided tours for both the mansion and the West Virginia State Capitol building opened Monday.
One of the featured displays is a life-size gingerbread house created by First Lady Denise Morrisey. Young visitors will enter the house on their way to the front door of the mansion.
“We are so excited to open up the governor’s mansion for tours,” said First Lady Morrisey. “The Christmas season is a special time to share the mansion’s rich history and holiday spirit with families and guests across our great state. I can’t wait to see children’s faces light up when they see our special gingerbread house.”
Inside the mansion are multiple Christmas trees, each decorated with a different theme.
Mansion tours are offered Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and can be combined with a tour of the capitol.
Reservations are required. For more information and to make your reservation, visit the West Virginia Division of Tourism website at Almost Heaven – West Virginia.
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The Greenbank Observatory is offering a limited chance to go behind the scenes to check out its Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence (SETI). SETI tours are offered to small groups – ages 12 and up – several times a month through October. We caught up with the Observatory’s news manager to find out more about the tours – and what exactly scientists there are looking for.
