Happy birthday, WV! 11 ways to celebrate (here & afar)
Happy birthday, West Virginia! Our great state turns 153 this year on June 20. Here are 11 ways for mountain
Best of June in WV
Here is just a sampling of some of the fun and exciting events this month in the Mountain State: 1.
West Virginia Crafts and Gifts
Your inner foodie will flip for these 9 dine-around events
Attention foodies: the Mountain State is full of flavor, and ready for you to take a bite! These festivals, cook-offs
Stone Road Vineyard
Family owned and operated. Makers of hand-crafted red and white varietal and blended wines. Winery at 1100’ ASL. Informal farm
Mountain artists’ takes on traditional pottery
Potters in West Virginia pack the natural beauty and heritage of our region into purposeful works of art for everyday
The Bronze Look, LLC
You see a building. We see opportunity.
Potential: West Virginia has a lot of it. Especially when it comes to our historic structures. As part of a
Quirkiest places for truly unique WV gifts
Looking for some really, really unique gifts this holiday? Check out the wealth of quirky, curious and funky gift shops
Up your camping game: master primitive skills like a pro
Do you have what it takes to make it on your own in the woods? If not, you can learn!
The WV-made holiday shopping guide
If West Virginians are known for one thing, it’s our enormous state pride. This holiday season, spread the Christmas cheer
10 nostalgic country toys from your childhood: then & now
The old-time country toys of yesteryear are every bit as enchanting as they were when you were young. In the
the Bower décor market
Off the beaten path in WV’s liveliest cities
West Virginia’s metro areas are full of opportunities to absorb what makes the Mountain State unique. Here are a few
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
Best of November in WV
As crisp fall days slowly creep into winter, the mountains of West Virginia come alive with festive fun. Here are
Primitive Touch: How to give your home an Appalachian, country-cute ambiance
Primitive décor brings a homey, old-time feeling to every space. West Virginia’s traditional primitives are simple decorations, treasured for their
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
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.
Country Club Bakery
These daredevils parachute off a bridge— and you can watch!
It’s no wonder Bridge Day is the largest extreme sports event of its kind in the entire world. Who wouldn’t
Harvest in the hills: Celebrating WV’s fall foods
The rains and heat of summer have done their work, and the fruits and vegetables are at their peak of
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
Kenova’s Famous Griffith Pumpkin House
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
FestivALL Charleston
11 things You don’t want to miss at the State Fair of WV
The 10 most fun days of summer are nearing: the State Fair of West Virginia in Lewisburg begins Aug. 9
6 best craft beer & spirits events across WV
As West Virginia’s craft beer and spirits scene has grown, so have events to celebrate these handcrafted flavors. Some of
7 WV family farms kids will love exploring
From rodeos to corn mazes, West Virginia’s sprawling green farms have much to offer families. Whether you want to learn
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
5 ways WV will throw you for a loop
West Virginia has great moonshine, bluegrass, and yes, plenty of great “country roads.” But there’s so much more to this
Zenclay Cafe, Studio and Gallery
ZenClay’s Cafe was established in 2001. We offer great food with a focus on local foods, a healthier lifestyle, and
Wisteria’s Gifts
A must while in WV. Jewelry, Vera Bradley, collectibles, Jim Shore, WV gourmet foods and wines, beads, garden, candles, home
Why Not Shop
Gifts, T-shirt, Woolrich, Snowbabies, log furniture, candles, cards, ice cream and fudge.
West Virginia Heritage Crafts, Inc.
Artisan cooperative featuring all West Virginia-made craft items. Also mini-museum and Civilian Conservation Corps museum on site. Preserving Appalachian traditions
West Virginia Glass Outlet
We offer the largest selection of West Virginia Glass. We are located in Historic Downtown Martinsburg. We carry Fenton Art
Taste of Heaven Bakery and Cheese Shop
Next door to The Ruby Rooster. Fresh baked breads, pies, cakes and cookies, Amish cheese, deli meats and bulk soup
Stone’s Flower City
Candles, brass, silk flowers, etc. Offer wedding assistance and rent candelabras. We also have a wide variety of cemetery flowers.
Second Tyme Around
Parkersburg Art Center
Founded in 1938 by members of the Parkersburg WV Woman’s Club, the Art Center is the oldest arts organization in
O’Hurley’s General Store
This turn-of-the-century store offers the finest in time-tested merchandise. Some specialties include glassware, cookware, crockery, furniture, tools, toys, dry goods
Nini’s Treasures
Offering a variety of arts, crafts and gifts. The largest selection of Brighton products in the tri-state.
Mulberry Lane Country Store
West Virginia’s largest country store and Lang Center. Unique folk art, home accessories, furniture, pottery, candles, gourmet kitchen, bears, Cats
Mound Antique Mall,The
Morgantown Farmers Market
The Morgantown Farmers’ Market is a producer-only marker featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, free-range eggs and meat, honey, herbs, bedding
Lost River General Store and Cafe
Find fantastic food at Lost River and ice cream that’s out of this world. For breakfast, enjoy muffins, sticky buns,
Little Studio
Artisan’s workshop and showroom, featuring handcrafted gemstone jewelry and silk florals. Open Mon. – Fri. 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.,
L.G. Lamp Company
Specializing in handblown glass components created into striking lamps by local artisans.|nbsp; L.G. Lamp Company also carries Hinkle, Blenko and
13 places in WV where they still do it the old-fashioned way
Modern life is full of interesting gadgets and easy conveniences, but it hasn’t always been that way. There are plenty
Jules Enchanting Gifts
Unique selection of enchanging gifts and collectibles from around the world. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 1 pm – 5 pm
Gauley River Pottery
Visit our working pottery studio and gallery Open Wed – Sun 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. for throwing demonstrations and
Gallery 11
Because it’s located one block west of Leon Sullivan Way in the Capital city, Gallery 11 is a convenient place
Flowers Unlimited
“The Art of Floral Design” says it all! Flowers Unlimited is an award winning floral design and home accessory store,
Fenton Art Glass Company and Fenton Gift Shop
Though Fenton Art Glass Co. ceased traditional glassmaking in 2011, they continue to use more than a century of glassmaking
Elkins Sewing Center
Elkins Sewing Center has been a source of quilting fabrics and supplies for over 26 years. In addition, fabrics for
Elkins Farmers Market
Founded in 1975 with a diverse collection of vendors whose mission is to provide local farm and kitchen products. Elkins Town
East End Bazaar
Each week, the Bazaar hosts a wide variety of high-quality, juried artisans, live music and entertainment, locally-sourced food, and plenty
Dickinson and Wait Craft Gallery
The regions finest collection of handmade American crafts. Open 7 days a week 11:00am to 5:00pm.
DeFluri’s Fine Chocolates
Award-winning chocolates made right here! Come and watch our chocolatiers at work. Browse through our factory store where you’ll find
Davis Handmade Marbles
This gift shop offers a variety of handmade glass items, such as flowers, paperweights, napkin rings, eggs and figurines. A
Craft Connection
Gifts, antiques, pottery, dolls, Boyd bears, candles, baskets, primitives, wreaths, Webkinz, flags, teachers’ gifts, aspen spices and West Virginia foods.
Colonial Hotel-Motel
A quaint family-owned motel-hotel reminiscent of how hospitality used to be. 10 rooms. Yr. 1900 Hotel and modern motel units.
Christmas Shoppe & More
Christmas Shoppe | More is a local owned retail shop loacted in historical Front Street of Thomas. We have Christmas
Chestnut Ridge Winery
Chestnut Ridge Winery is located inside the Chestnut Ridge Artist Colony overlooking the City of Spencer. You can enjoy a
Charleston Town Center Mall
Catherine Miller Designs
For 34 years, self taught artisan Catherine Miller has pursued the dying art of intaglio crystal engraving, and specializes in
Canyon Rim Gifts
Souvenirs of West Virginia, New River Gorge Bridge, and White Water Rafting: T-shirts, hats, shorts, sweats, magnets, keychains, mugs, Spoons,
Cannery Creek Candles
Candles are made with 100% American Soy Wax. Cotton wicks | pure fragrances oils. We handcraft all our products using
Cabin Creek Quilts
Cabin Creek Quilts promotes and markets high quality quilts and patchwork creations by West Virginia artisans.
Butler’s Farm Market
Farm market at the junction of Dry Run Road and Thatcher Road
Boyce Art Glass
Hand-blown and hand-crafted art glass
Wow! Factory
Craft entertainment studio for all ages. Includes paint your own pottery, glass fusing, mosaics and clay building. Open Mon. –
Our-WV.com
For exceptional heirloom quality pieces that will bring the spirit of Appalachia conveniently into your home, turn to West Virginia’s