The smell of hot coals simmering in the forge, the ring of the hammer against the pliable iron, the wonder at the iron’s state of delicacy then strength when tempered. Betsy Cook gets to experience the wonder of both science and history when she is sequestered in her forge in Lowell, Ohio, creating works of…
Savor the flavor of the Mountain State with entertainment, wine, craft brews, and an eclectic mix of culinary offerings at the Annual Taste of Parkersburg on June 1! Begin your weekend by checking into the historic Blennerhassett Hotel. Suddenly rich from oil and natural gas in the late 1800s, Parkersburg, West Virginia flourished into a…
Summer is prime time in the Mid-Ohio Valley for getting out and about in our community. From kayaking the local waterways to mingling with friends at one of Parkersburg’s outstanding restaurants, there is something here for everyone. Plan your exciting summer weekend in the Greater Parkersburg area join us for one (or more) of our…
Landscaping, flowers, seeds and garden supplies… if that is what you think of when you think of Scots, you need to take a trip up to Scots Marketplace in Vienna, W.Va. When you walk in the door you will feel like you have stepped back in time to the local general store where everyone knows…
“It’s all about the people. If you take care of the people, they’ll take care of you. We’ve forged so many great relationships. I don’t just mean the customers,” Christine said, “I also care about our employees. If you take care of your employees, they’ll take care of you.” Greater Parkersburg is home to several top-notch…
“The mountains are calling and I must go.” ~ John Muir Nothing rejuvenates the soul like a walk in the woods. Lace up your hiking boots and grab a walking stick, our trails are approachable for all skill levels and timeframes Spring is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoor weather and new green foliage….
Here are five fun facts you may or may not know about Parkersburg and Wood County! Find us on Facebook or Instagram @VisitPKB to share your fun facts about the area! 1. A Who’s Who List of People Born in Parkersburg Some of these include film actor Paul Dooley, U.S. federal judge Jon Jay Jackson…
You won’t need a mulligan (second try) when choosing where to play disc golf after you’ve been to these local courses! Disc Golf is a great sport for the entire family! Disc golf is a sport that combines the world of regular golf and ultimate Frisbee. There are 18 holes where you try to land…
Whether kooky, spooky, or quirky, taking the path less traveled can be the best way to make your own history. Julia-Ann Square Historic District The Julia-Ann Square Historic District is filled with mansions that echo the newfound wealth of the 20th-century oil, gas and timber wealth. These were the homes of some of the most…
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