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Enjoy A Classical Christmas When You Visit This Charming Estate In West Virginia

by Cristy Carr
on Nov 30
A beautifully lit house at night, surrounded by trees and a large decorated Christmas tree.
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One Of The Coolest Visitor Centers In West Virginia Has A Free Museum In An Old Mill

by Cristy Carr
on May 7
A railway track curves beside a weathered building with signs, set against a clear sky and grassy area.
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With 3 Buildings And A One-Of-A-Kind Cemetery, This Small Town Museum In West Virginia Is A True Hidden Gem

by Cristy Carr
on Jun 16
A pair of wrought iron gates stands open, leading into a lush, green forest path surrounded by tall trees.
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Built By A Self-Taught Genius, West Virginia’s Lemuel Chenoweth House Was A True Feat Of Engineering

by Cristy Carr
on Jun 20
Historic white house with a red chimney, surrounded by flags and vintage wagons on a grassy lawn.
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Explore The Oglebay Glass Museum In West Virginia, Then Stay The Night At Innisfree Farms

by Rachel Raimondi
on Jun 19
A small wooden cabin with large windows, surrounded by greenery and a colorful sunset sky.

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Open By Chance Or Appointment, This Free Museum Has The Biggest Car Memorabilia Collection In West Virginia

Cliff's Museum of Automobile Memorabilia in Harrisville, West Virginia, offers a vast collection of car memorabilia and is free to visit by appointment.

by Cristy Carr
on Jun 17
A brick building with a Coca-Cola sign, featuring an old car and a vintage fire truck parked outside.
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Visit Two Museums In A Single Stop In This Forgotten Corner Of Martinsburg, West Virginia

Martinsburg, West Virginia, is home to the historic Adam Stephen House and Triple Brick Museum, both significant for their roles in early pioneer history.

by Cristy Carr
on Mar 27
A historic stone house with an American flag, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.
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There’s A Paranormal Museum In West Virginia And It’s Full Of Fascinating Oddities, Artifacts, And More

The Archive of the Afterlife in Cameron, West Virginia, is a haunted museum filled with eerie artifacts and paranormal items.

by Cristy Carr
on Nov 10
Black and white photo of a brick school building with large windows and a decorative entrance. Ivy grows on the facade.
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The West Virginia Country Music Museum Also Offers Live Music, Food, And More

Visit the Sagebrush Round-up Country Music Hall in Fairmont, West Virginia, for live music, comfort food, and a country music museum.

by Cristy Carr
on Nov 9
A wide grassy area with a paved path leading to a building in the background, surrounded by trees under a clear blue sky.
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Mothman Museum In West Virginia Just Might Be The Strangest Tourist Trap Yet

The Mothman Museum in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, is dedicated to the legend of the Mothman, featuring eyewitness accounts, movie props, and a 12-foot statue.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Sep 13
Exterior of the Mothman Museum, featuring a striped awning and a display of Mothman-themed merchandise in the window.
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Boone County’s Coal Heritage Museum Traces 4 Centuries Of West Virginia Coal History

The Bituminous Coal Heritage Museum in Madison, West Virginia, offers a comprehensive look at the history of coal mining in the region through artifacts, exhibits, and interactive experiences.

by Cristy Carr
on Jul 29
A wooden coal cart filled with rocks, displayed on a gravel track in a museum setting.
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The 5-Story Oil And Gas Museum In Parkersburg, West Virginia Is A Unique Stop Open 7 Days A Week

The Oil and Gas Museum in Parkersburg, West Virginia, showcases the region's historic oil boom and its impact on local history.

by Cristy Carr
on Jul 25
Historic brick building with faded signage for W.H. Smith Hardware Co. Museum, featuring large windows and a clear blue sky.
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A Creepy And Iconic Local Legend, The Flatwoods Monster Has Its Own Bizarre Museum In West Virginia

The Flatwoods Monster Museum in Sutton, WV, explores the legend of an alien life-form sighted in Braxton County in 1952.

by Cristy Carr
on Jul 23
Exterior of the Braxton County Visitors Center, featuring a colorful display and a sign for the Monster Museum.
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Finally Discover The Truth About Bigfoot At The New West Virginia Bigfoot Museum In Sutton

The new West Virginia Bigfoot Museum in Sutton showcases local legends, artifacts, and stories about Bigfoot.

by Cristy Carr
on Jul 5
A storefront with a sign for a Bigfoot museum and flower planters, featuring a wooden Bigfoot cutout outside.
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The Haunting Museum In West Virginia That Celebrates All Things Paranormal

The Archive of the Afterlife in West Virginia is a paranormal museum showcasing haunted and cursed items.

by Robin Jarvis
on Jun 24
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The West Virginia Planetarium That’s Also A Science And Art Museum, Theatre, And Concert Hall

The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences in Charleston, West Virginia, offers a diverse range of activities including museums, a planetarium, a concert hall, and more.

by Cristy Carr
on May 17
Exterior view of the Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences in West Virginia, featuring a large metal sculpture in front.
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Tour The Little-Known Fostoria Glass Museum In West Virginia That’s Filled With Fine Glass

The Fostoria Glass Museum in Moundsville, West Virginia, showcases the luxurious and historic glassware produced by the Fostoria Glass Company.

by Cristy Carr
on May 17
A large, historic red brick house with a gray roof, featuring a porch and flower baskets, set against a clear blue sky.
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The U.S. Navy Poster Museum Is A One-Of-A-Kind Virtual Collection Based In West Virginia

West Virginia is home to the unique U.S. Navy Poster Museum, which can be explored virtually on Facebook.

by Cristy Carr
on May 10
A storefront window displaying various U.S. Navy posters and a signpost pointing to different cities around the world.
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Built In 1758, The Oldest House In West Virginia’s Pendleton County Is Now A Museum You Can Visit

The Boggs House in Pendleton County, West Virginia, is a historic house museum showcasing a variety of artifacts and history.

by Cristy Carr
on May 6
A two-story white house with green shutters and a small porch, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.
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Experience Subsistence Farming’s Harsh Reality At Two New River Gorge Homestead Museums In West Virginia

Explore the challenging subsistence farming lifestyle of early West Virginians at the Richmond Hamilton Farm and Trump Lilly Farm in the New River Gorge National Park.

by Cristy Carr
on Apr 9
A rustic cabin along a gravel path, surrounded by bare trees and rolling hills in the background.
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9 Little Known Museums In West Virginia Where Admission Is Free

by Cristy Carr
on Mar 9
Modern building facade with large glass entrance, steps, and an American flag, surrounded by green grass and trees.
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Even Locals Don’t Know About This Free Mini Fossil Museum Hiding In West Virginia

Discover the hidden mini natural history museum at the West Virginia Geological and Economic Survey Office on Cheat Lake, featuring impressive specimens and free admission.

by Cristy Carr
on Feb 8
A modern building with a large sign reading "Mont Chateau" on a white wall, surrounded by greenery and hills.
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From Local Petroglyphs To A Piece Of The Berlin Wall, Ceredo Museum In West Virginia Houses History Of All Sorts

Ceredo Historical Society Museum in West Virginia houses a diverse collection of historical artifacts, including the Ceredo Petroglyph and a piece of the Berlin Wall.

by Cristy Carr
on Jan 27
A brick building with a sloped roof, decorated for the holidays, featuring a sign that reads "C. Grado Museum."
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Few People Realize This WWII Collection In West Virginia Is The Largest Of Its Kind In The World

The American Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor Museum in Wellsburg houses the largest collection of artifacts related to the American defense of Bataan and Corregidor during World War II.

by Cristy Carr
on Jan 13
A group gathers near a flagpole as Marines conduct a ceremony outside a brick building on a sunny day.
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Admission Is Absolutely Free At The Museum Of American Glass, A Stunning Stop In West Virginia

The Museum of American Glass in Weston, West Virginia, offers free admission to view its extensive and diverse glass collections.

by Cristy Carr
on Jan 2
Colorful mural of glassware on the side of the Museum of American Glass in West Virginia, with a parked truck nearby.
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Rediscover All Your Childhood Favorites At The Kruger Street Toy And Train Museum In West Virginia

Discover the Kruger Toy and Train Museum in Wheeling, West Virginia, a nostalgic destination filled with vintage toys and trains.

by Cristy Carr
on Nov 15
A man adjusts a model train on tracks in front of a historic brick building, with children observing nearby.
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This Indoor Train Park Hiding In West Virginia Proves There’s Still A Kid In All Of Us

Discover the Kruger Street Toy & Train Museum in Wheeling, a nostalgic indoor attraction perfect for families.

by Lea Monroe
on Dec 2
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Drive Through Millions Of Lights At The State Farm Museum In West Virginia This Holiday

Experience the magical drive-thru Christmas lights at the WV State Farm Museum in West Virginia, featuring over 3 million lights and festive activities.

by Lea Monroe
on Nov 7
A cozy cabin decorated with colorful Christmas lights and a snowman in front, surrounded by fallen leaves.
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You’ll Fall In Love With This Toy Train Barn Hiding In West Virginia

Harpers Ferry Toy Train Museum & Joy Line Railroad offers a delightful experience with miniature trains and a memorable ride for all ages.

by Natalie Clunan
on Jul 6
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Most West Virginians Have Never Heard Of This Fascinating Military Museum

The Mountaineer Military Museum in Weston, West Virginia, offers a rich collection of military artifacts and exhibits, making it a must-visit for history enthusiasts.

by Natalie Clunan
on May 31
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