Arthurdale WV

The center hall at Arthurdale, West Virginia, served as both a market and
convocation center for the village homesteaders. Founder Eleanor Roosevelt spoke here many times.

Non-traditional, but practical, kit homes designed by architects account for many of the residential landmarks in Arthurdale's national historic district.

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David Sibray listens for "Old Thump," the origins of which may be geologic.

Ghostly rumble in W.Va. tied to legendary underground source

January 19, 2019

David Sibray, editor and publisher of West Virginia Explorer, explores a mountain stream.

WVExplorer.com breaks million annual readers mark

January 18, 2019

Historic Reeds Mills stands along Second Creek in Monroe County.

West Virginia’s endangered properties list to open year-round

January 17, 2019

Frank Addington, Jr., takes aim at aspirin at the W.Va. Hunting and Fishing Show.

Addington headlines W.Va. Hunting and Fishing Show Jan. 25-27