West Virginia can keep secrets well. So, you might not have heard about these “hidden treasures” that are in our state. But just because you didn’t know about them doesn’t mean they aren’t worth knowing about and visiting. Here are some really cool places in West Virginia where maybe you haven’t been before:
- The Homer Laughlin China Company in Newell
Dustin M. Ramsey Have you been to the place where West Virginia’s own Fiesta dinnerware is made? This pottery company and outlet store is located in Newell.
- The American Mountain Theater in Elkins
American Mountain Theater/Facebook If you’re looking for award-winning live music and comedy variety shows, check out this spot in Elkins. It’s perfect for guests of all ages and family-friendly.
- The Philippi Covered Bridge
Dougprowse/Flickr Built in 1852 by well known Appalachian bridge builder Lemuel Chenoweth, the Philippi Covered Bridge is the oldest and longest covered bridge in West Virginia and one of two left in Barbour County.
- Harpers Ferry Zip Line Canopy Tours
Harpers Ferry Zip Line Canopy Tours/Facebook Wanna see Harpers Ferry and the Potomac River from the tree tops? You can during this 2-3 hour guided thrill ride.
- Carnegie Hall in Lewisburg
PhotoCrawler/Tripadvisor Did you know that West Virginia is home to one of only four Carnegie Halls that are still in continuous use in the world. Check it out for great live music, art and special events.
- Berdine’s 5 & dime in Harrisville
wildwonderfulwander/Tripadvisor Take a step back into time at this store, which has been in continuous operation in Harrisville since 1908.
- Smooth Ambler Spirits in Maxwelton
Smooth Ambler Spirits/Facebook Check out this distillery and tasting room in Maxwelton. They have an assortment of spirits including bourbon and whiskey.
- Stone Road Vineyard in Wirt County
Stone Road Vineyard/Facebook Try some great wine and enjoy the beautiful views.
- Thistledown Farm in Wetzel County
Thistledew Farm/Facebook If you’re looking for unique Mountain State gifts this Christmas, check this place out. The gift shop offers honey, beeswax and bee products.
- Cafe Cimino Country Inn in Sutton
Cafe Ciminio Country Inn/Facebook This Sutton inn offers award winning food, a spa, gift shop, and wine bar.
- Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad in Elkins
Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad/Facebook This historic railroad offers beautiful views and fun rides. Every Christmas it also hosts POLAR EXPRESS-themed trips for kids of all ages.
- Summersville Lake Lighthouse
GuaiZhu/Tripadvisor Did you know that West Virginia has a lighthouse? It;s located on the lake at Mount Nebo. There’s a yearly festival in its honor.
- West Virginia Independence Hall in Wheeling
Nyttend Originally a courthouse built in 1859, this building become West Virginia’s capitol. Today it’s a museum.
How many of these hidden treasures have you visited?
Dustin M. Ramsey
Have you been to the place where West Virginia’s own Fiesta dinnerware is made? This pottery company and outlet store is located in Newell.
American Mountain Theater/Facebook
If you’re looking for award-winning live music and comedy variety shows, check out this spot in Elkins. It’s perfect for guests of all ages and family-friendly.
Dougprowse/Flickr
Built in 1852 by well known Appalachian bridge builder Lemuel Chenoweth, the Philippi Covered Bridge is the oldest and longest covered bridge in West Virginia and one of two left in Barbour County.
Harpers Ferry Zip Line Canopy Tours/Facebook
Wanna see Harpers Ferry and the Potomac River from the tree tops? You can during this 2-3 hour guided thrill ride.
PhotoCrawler/Tripadvisor
Did you know that West Virginia is home to one of only four Carnegie Halls that are still in continuous use in the world. Check it out for great live music, art and special events.
wildwonderfulwander/Tripadvisor
Take a step back into time at this store, which has been in continuous operation in Harrisville since 1908.
Smooth Ambler Spirits/Facebook
Check out this distillery and tasting room in Maxwelton. They have an assortment of spirits including bourbon and whiskey.
Stone Road Vineyard/Facebook
Try some great wine and enjoy the beautiful views.
Thistledew Farm/Facebook
If you’re looking for unique Mountain State gifts this Christmas, check this place out. The gift shop offers honey, beeswax and bee products.
Cafe Ciminio Country Inn/Facebook
This Sutton inn offers award winning food, a spa, gift shop, and wine bar.
Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad/Facebook
This historic railroad offers beautiful views and fun rides. Every Christmas it also hosts POLAR EXPRESS-themed trips for kids of all ages.
GuaiZhu/Tripadvisor
Did you know that West Virginia has a lighthouse? It;s located on the lake at Mount Nebo. There’s a yearly festival in its honor.
Nyttend
Originally a courthouse built in 1859, this building become West Virginia’s capitol. Today it’s a museum.
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