Mothman Museum

Point Pleasant, WV

See the largest collection of props and memorabilia from the movie "The Mothman Prophecies"--in the town where the Mothman sightings and encounters actually occurred. Read rare historical documents from the Mothman eyewitnesses themselves, documenting what they experienced that fateful night on November 15, 1966. See rare historical press clippings and photographs of the Silver Bridge disaster. Learn more about the historical figureheads of the Mothman legacy like John Keel, Mary Hyre, & the Scarberry & Mallete eyewitnesses. There is plenty here to be discovered. Research and uncover the truth for yourself.

The Mothman Museum is the world’s only museum/research center devoted to the West Virginia legend called Mothman. Movie props, archives and rare collectible items are on display. We are located just off of interstate 35, less than 1 mile from the Point Pleasant exit.

Admission: Adults/$4; Kids 10 & under/$1

*We accept VISA/MC & Cash*

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