Tag Archive: wvhistory
History does not belong to us; we belong to it. – Hans-Georg Gadamer. Go to the link in our profile to read more about 8 Marion County attractions where history comes alive. @prickettsfort #mymarionwv #almostheaven #wvhistory
April 8, 2019
Strategizing their next move at the Mountain State History Expo. Stop by the Marion County Courthouse today until 3 pm to discover more about WV history. #mymarionwv #wvhistory #almostheaven #civilwar
March 16, 2019
Don’t miss your chance to tour the Marion County Courthouse and learn more about West Virginia history during the Mountain State History Expo on Saturday, March 16. ⚖️ Go to the link in our profile for event details. #mymarionwv #almostheaven #wvhistory
March 7, 2019
This is one of the most iconic buildings in Marion County. And on March 16th you’ll have a chance to tour it during the Mountain State History Expo. ⚖️ Go to the link in our profile for details. #wvhistory #mymarionwv #almostheaven
February 25, 2019
January is more than fresh starts and resolutions. Read why this month is so significant to West Virginia and Marion County. Link in our profile. #mymarionwv #wvhistory
January 18, 2019
The Diversity in Appalachia series, hosted by The Frank & Jane Gabor West Virginia Folklife Center wraps up tonight as Rev. Richard Bowyer talks about his experience 50 years ago during the Farmington Mine Disaster. His talk begins at 7:00 pm. #mymarionwv #Appalachia #wvhistory #coal
November 13, 2018
The fall issue of Goldenseal Magazine commemorates the anniversary of the 1968 Farmington No. 9 Mine Disaster. Stop by the Visitor Center to pick up your copy to read first-hand accounts of the devastation families and local communities suffered. ⛏️ #coal #Appalachia #WVhistory #mymarionwv #almostheaven
September 21, 2018
It’s day 3 of getting up close and personal with some of those who help tell Marion County’s story. Learn more about some of our best storytellers – link in our profile. #travelmatters #nttw18 #MarionCounty #mymarionwv #wvhistory
May 9, 2018
Pictures don’t do it justice. Stop by the Mountaineer State History Expo today and tour the Marion County Courthouse. Expo details in the link in our profile. #history #wvhistory #mymarionwv
March 10, 2018
The rich history of Marion County and the state of West Virginia is waiting to be discovered at this year’s Mountain State History Expo at the Marion County Courthouse! Get details about this and other March events in the link in our profile. #wvhistory #GoToWV #mymarionwv
March 7, 2018
We find that reflecting on the past is the best way to prepare for the future. Learn more about WV history during the upcoming Mountaineer History Expo- link in our profile. #wvhistory #MarionCounty #mymarionwv #GoToWV
March 2, 2018
Even if antique firearms aren’t your thing, the rich history of these fine products can be appreciated by everyone during the Pricketts Fort 18th Century Firearms and Accoutrements Show. Follow the link in our profile to learn more about the show. #frontierlife #GoToWV #mymarionwv #WVhistory
February 13, 2018
This week we salute some of Marion County Faces of Tourism during #NationalTravelandTourismWeek. #nttw17 #mymarionwv #wvhistory #GoToWV
May 8, 2017
Calling all West Virginia history lovers – Pricketts Fort is open for the season! #frontierlife #18thcentury #findyourpark #mymarionwv #GoToWV #wvhistory
April 24, 2017
A couple from Canada traveling to North Carolina stopped by the Visitor Center this morning to get directions to the Barrackville Covered Bridge. Looks like the word is out! #famous #coveredbridge #GoToWV #mymarionwv #WV #wvhistory #Barrackville
April 12, 2017
Have you visited the gardens at the Frank and Jane Gabor West Virginia Folklife Center? They are a great place for reflection! @fairmontstate #FSU #gardens #mymarionwv #wvhistory
April 11, 2017
Know where the term bootlegger comes from? The earliest use of the term bootlegger was during the 1880s in the Midwest when one would conceal flasks of liquor in their boot tops when going to trade with Native Americans. Celebrate #NationalBootleggersDay with a stop at Pinchgut Hollow distillery to hear tales of the Heston Family and their own “entrepreneurial” ventures. #HestonFarm #whiskey #moonshine #distillery #bootlegger #mymarionwv #wvhistory
January 17, 2017
The 4th Annual Coal Miners Appreciation Day Swap Meet is your chance to browse historic artifacts, chat with collectors and take home some West Virginia heritage. December 3rd from 10 am – 3 pm @ Knights of Columbus #mymarion #wvhistory #coalheritage #AllAroundMorgantown
November 29, 2016
Beauty, tranquility and history, all in one place – the cemetery at @prickettsfort #wvhistory #frontier #gotowv #mymarionwv
October 15, 2016
Explore the rifle’s history and the trials and tribulations of West Virginia’s early settlers at the KRF Rifle Exhibit @ Pricketts Fort. #rifle #WV #WVHistory #GoToWV #frontier
March 31, 2016
