Tag Archive: 18th Century

Celebrate a Colonial Christmas

November 20, 2020 11:44 am Published by Leisha Elliott Leave your thoughts

History comes to life at Pricketts Fort State Park in Fairmont, and this holiday season, see how our ancestors celebrated this time... View Article

August 20, 2020 3:12 pm Published by Leisha Elliott Leave your thoughts

History is a precarious thing. It is essential to preserve the memory of the past so future generations can truly... View Article

April 8, 2019 2:13 pm Published by Leisha Elliott Leave your thoughts

Remember the good ol’ days? You know, way back when pa would shear a sheep, the kids would card it... View Article

May 8, 2018 9:00 am Published by Justin Leave your thoughts

In this blog series, Up, Close and Personal, we’re going to answer some of – what I’m sure are- your... View Article

March 6, 2018 9:37 am Published by Leisha Elliott Leave your thoughts

Spring is starting to show! Head this way for early spring events, adventures, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, and more! Early... View Article

February 16, 2017 7:12 am Published by Leisha Elliott Leave your thoughts

Hear the name Pricketts Fort and you might conjure up the Calvary standing guard to protect the settlers on the... View Article

January 30, 2017 7:35 am Published by Leisha Elliott Leave your thoughts

Look at the calendar and you might think Marion County is in hibernation mode. But that’s far from the case.... View Article

November 29, 2016 9:14 am Published by Leisha Elliott Leave your thoughts

The holiday season can get quite hectic to say the least. But here are some unique events you will want... View Article

October 31, 2016 7:34 am Published by Leisha Elliott Leave your thoughts

Winter is coming, but Marion County keeps November warm with upbeat music, patriotic events and Christmas merriment. Upcoming... View Article

October 12, 2016 7:46 am Published by Leisha Elliott Leave your thoughts

By the decorations in the stores, it’s pretty obvious Christmas is nearing. Before the hecticness of the holidays take over,... View Article