7 mountain arts events that transform the whole town
Immerse yourself in West Virginia’s rich creative talent with community-wide celebrations! Here are 7 mountain arts events that transform the
How to move to that old-time mountain sound
Even if you don’t know which way to swing your partner or how to do-si-do, you can dance like a
9 best live, local music venues in WV
From bluegrass to rock’n’roll, gospel and country, you can get your fill of real mountain music here in the Mountain
Iconic quilt patterns and where to find them
West Virginia honors its long-shared quilting tradition with distinct Appalachian style. Quilting roots In days gone by, quilts played a
The art on these barns is unique, but that’s not all you’ll see
If you want to explore the Mountain State’s most scenic landscapes, just trace the trails of one of Appalachia’s most
Amazingly Offbeat WV Art Galleries
West Virginia is home to some of the most offbeat art galleries you’ll ever find. Whether your passion is clay
Inside the WV communities that get “live local” right
Living local is nothing new to West Virginia. Since colonial and frontier times, West Virginia has been marked by self-sufficiency
If your kids have enough “stuff,” here’s a gift idea.
Technology is wonderful. But the truth is we all need time to unplug— especially kids. With access to their favorite
7 things you didn’t know about this iconic WV artistry
West Virginia’s distinct style has sprouted many unique, distinct artistries, but one of its most iconic and sought-after is handcrafted
Cultural crawls of WV’s Certified Arts Towns
West Virginia’s official certified arts towns go above and beyond. They are THE places to visit for a dose of
5 near-forgotten ghost towns to explore in WV
Head to the National Park to explore surreal abandoned mining towns, full of rich history and rusted, towering equipment reclaimed by
5 mythical mountain monsters: Mothman, mummies & other creepy creatures in WV
Folklore is very alive in the hills of West Virginia, where stories are often passed down through tight-knit generations. Appalachia
13 spooky places that’ll make your spine tingle
The Mountain State harbors its share of ghostly entities, from Civil War soldiers to extraterrestrial beings to murder victims seeking
How 5 inspired WV artisans bring the mountains into their work
The rolling hills of West Virginia and its peaceful small communities are the perfect setting for artistic inspiration and creation.
5 innovative musicians redefining WV mountain music
One of West Virginia’s most profound and longstanding contributions to American culture has been simple, earthy, acoustic music. We call
9 of the oldest buildings in WV have amazing stories
A state that’s known for literally creating itself during the Civil War is bound to have a storied history. West
Best of September in WV
Ahh, fall in West Virginia. The temperatures of summer drop, the leaves begin to change and it seems as if
8 towns that will make you want to move to West Virginia
You know you have had a great vacation when you start thinking about moving to the place you’ve visited. West
WV theater performances the kids will love (and you will, too)
Live theater in West Virginia offers a wide variety of performances that are whimsical, funny and tell classic tales of
7 things you didn’t know you could do in WV
You already know that West Virginia is your destination for whitewater, mountain biking, and rock climbing. But we’ve got so
Give your kids a magical, memorable childhood: A West Virginia guide
We all have special memories from our childhood that we cherish. When we grow up, we find that making special
Lincoln Theater
Historic Lincoln Theater was built in 1920 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The theater has
Camp Washington-Carver
This Fayette County complex is a group of buildings and facilities that have achieved exceptional importance within the past 50