Attractions

ELKINS, W.Va. — Historic movie theaters in West Virginia once played a vital role in isolated sections of the Mountain State, says a historian who’s helped breathe new life into these architectural treasures across the region. Now attracting visitors back to historic downtowns, the restoration of these theaters can be expensive, but financing programs and … Read more

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Six landmarks across West Virginia have been added to the National Register of Historic Places, highlighting the state’s architectural diversity and rich cultural heritage, according to state officials. The additions were approved by the West Virginia Archives and History Commission at its July 15 meeting and later accepted by the National Park … Read more

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The National Park Service has accepted the nomination of historic stone walls in Morgantown, West Virginia, to the National Register of Historic Places, recognizing their enduring craftsmanship, cultural significance, and contribution to the city’s Depression-era landscape. The efforts of the Preservation Alliance of West Virginia resulted in a successful nomination, which highlighted … Read more

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Officials at the W.Va. Department of Tourism are celebrating autumn with three new Almost Heaven Swings in Calhoun, Ritchie, and Wetzel counties. The scenic additions bring the statewide total of Almost Heaven Swings to nearly 50, giving travelers even more ways to experience the Mountain State’s most picturesque views. Installed in time … Read more

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Motorists driving along Kanawha Boulevard past the West Virginia Capitol may notice three Civil War monuments prominently arrayed along the lawn. One is of a Union soldier wearing a cap, or kepi, of the kind associated with that uniform. Next is a larger-than-life-size Abraham Lincoln, standing with his head bowed. There’s also … Read more