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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

Henderson Hall

Museums of Oglebay Institute

Oglebay Institute’s Schrader Environmental Education Center

Oglebay Institute’s Stifel Fine Arts Center

Oglebay Institute’s Towngate Theatre & Cinema

Hatfield McCoy Homeplace & Museum

Summit Chamber Music Series

The Page Vawter House

Appalachian Forest Discovery Center

Oil & Gas Museum

Blennerhassett Museum of Regional History

Artists Marketplace and Museum of Lost River Educational Foundation

Discovery World on Market

Parkersburg Art Center

Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area

Sage Soul Productions

Morgan Arts Council – Ice House

Fort New Salem