Governor’s Mansion, Capitol Now Open For Free, Guided Tours
The West Virginia Governor’s Mansion – fully decorated for the holiday season – is now open to the public for free holiday tours.
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Traveling African American History Exhibit Heading To Charleston
A traveling museum spotlighting Black history across generations is headed to Charleston for an exhibition this month.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsNew State Exhibit To Highlight How W.Va. Fossil Fuel Production ‘Built’ US Industry
A new exhibit entitled “West Virginia: Nature Designs a State that Fuels a Nation” is slated to open in early 2025 at the West Virginia State Museum in Charleston.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsHarpers Ferry Wax Museum Closes, Collection’s Fate Uncertain
The John Brown Wax Museum in Harpers Ferry has permanently closed. Its building was sold to a private retailer, and its owner is still looking for a buyer for the wax figure collection.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsNew Exhibit Brings W.Va. Coal Mining History To Nation’s Capital
From March 16 to July 6, the National Archives will display a new exhibit entitled “Power & Light: Russell Lee's Coal Survey.” It features more than 200 photographs taken by documentary photographer Russell Lee.
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Harpers Ferry’s Ties To Civil Rights Movement Showcased In New Documentary
Harpers Ferry was home to the second-ever meeting of a civil rights group that gave way to the NAACP. A new documentary in part highlights the town's connection to the movement.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsWest Virginia Museums to Let Military Members in for Free
Several West Virginia attractions are participating in the National Endowment for the Arts initiative to offer free admission to active-duty military…
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