West Virginia State Penitentiary
The
former West Virginia Penitentiary is a gothic-style fortress situated in the
heart of historic Moundsville, West Virginia. The structure, which has been
placed on the National Historic Register,
encompasses over ten acres of ground and was the
second public building constructed by the newly
formed state of West Virginia after the Civil War.
Official Marx Toy Museum Producing Marx Toys from 1919 to 1980, Louis Marx & Company became the
"largest manufacturer of toys in the world." Factories in Erie and
Girard, PA, along with their largest facility in Glen Dale, West Virginia,
created the toys of generations past. Just 1.5 miles from the original
Glen Dale factory, The Official Marx Toy Museum provides an opportunity for
families to relive childhood memories.
Fostoria Glass Museum The Fostoria Glass Company began producing glass in 1887 and became one of
the largest makers of handmade glassware in the United States. In 1924, the company was one of the first to start
a program of national advertising, and the first to produce complete dinner
services in crystal. Fostoria's business peaked in 1950 when they made
over 8 million pieces of glass. In 1986, the company ended nearly 100
years of glass making.
Grand Vue Park
Grand Vue Par &
Recreation Center is Marshall County's best when it
comes to beautiful scenery and fun facilities.
Located just off US 250, Grand Vue Park is a 650+
acre park sprawling over ridge and ravines with
breathtaking views
Grave Creek Mound Archaeology
Complex
Grave
Creek Mound is one of the largest and most famous of the burial mounds built
by the Adena people. A massive undertaking, construction of the mound
required the movement of more than 60,000 tons of earth.
Marshall County Historical
Society Museum
The Marshall County Historical Society Museum
displays many items for area businesses of years past, offers local history
for visitors to both see and read about, and is the perfect place for your
next club meeting. A great way to learn the history of Marshall
County.
Upcoming
Attractions
The history of America's small towns is amazing and the
passion to preserve their history runs deep in our communities. Marshall
County is fortunate to have so many individuals dedicated to the history of
Marshall County. Here are a few projects currently in development.
Cockayne
House Return to a Time
When Pride, Duty and
Honor Were More than Just Words...
To a Place Where Work and
Play Combined
to Build a Life of Meaning and Stability
Strand Theatre The Strand Theatre
Preservation Society working to
Restore the Strand & Build the Arts
Since July 2009
Created March 2004 to promote tourism in Marshall County, West
Virginia
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Questions regarding TOURISM in Marshall County, please contact
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