Things To Do in Benwood, West Virginia

Inscription. Construction of this Great Stone Viaduct began in 1870 at Union Street as an Ohio approach to the railroad bridge spanning the Ohio River. It was completed to Rose Hill in April 1871, and the entire bridge span connecting ... More on HMDB

To get to the starting point from downtown Wheeling, travel north on River Road and look for Pike Island Locks and Dam on the left. The parking lot is in front of the dam. The ... More on TrailLink.com

i started my ride on the island after crossing the historic suspension bridge I rode the trail from down town wheeling north to beach bottom the paved trail ends but I continued on dirt trail throu... More on TrailLink.com

Inscription. With ready access to raw materials, fuel, skilled labor, and transportation, the Ohio Valley became the center of the American glass industry during the late 1800s. Among dozens of local manufacturers, the Imperial Glass ... More on HMDB

Begin your visit to the Museum by viewing a video presentation tracing Imperialâs eighty-year history. After touring the glass display rooms, take the time to peruse the gallery of portraits, origi... More on MuseumsUSA.org

Opened in June 2003 and displays a large variety of the glassware produced by the Imperial Glass Company (of Bellaire) from 1904 to 1984. Also provides information on the making of ... More on MuseumStuff.com

Serving as the Restored Government of Virginia (aligned with the Union) from 1861-1863, it is appropriately known today as West Virginia Independence Hall. Nearly six years before President Lincoln signed the proclamation making West ... More on Heritage

Old Main has been the dominant building at this small, rural college in West Virginia's panhandle since it ... More on Tps.cr.nps.gov

Comments or Questions about our site? E-Mail our Webmaster West Virginia Independence Hall Our Location and Hours A National Historic Landmark located in Wheeling, WV and presented by The West Virg... More on Wvculture.org

Inscription. This building, erected as a Federal customs house in 1859, is known as West Virginia Independence Hall. Considered the birthplace of West Virginia, it is the site of a series of events... More on HMDB

'Cathedral of Saint Joseph of Wheeling' or 'Saint Joseph's Cathedral' is the seat of the bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston. In addition to being the seat of the ... More on Wikipedia

Inscription. George Washington described the land here in 1770. The French expedition headed by Capt. Celeron buried leaden plates at the mouth in 1749 and claimed the land for France. De Bonnescamps map gives creek name–Kanonouaras. ... More on HMDB

Inscription. Attacked, 1777, by Wyandot, Mingo, and Shawnee Indians who were repulsed by garrison under David Shepherd after white scouting parties had lost heavily. Maj. Samuel McCullough made famous ride over cliff during attack. ... More on HMDB