Small Town Getaway, Big Time Charm
When you visit downtown Buckhannon, you’ll find locally owned restaurants, specialty shops & boutiques, West Virginia hospitality, and more. You’ll love strolling up & down the historic streets of Buckhannon.
A quick drive south, you’ll shift to the great outdoors with the WV Wildlife Center, pristine rivers and peaceful scenic views to create a laid-back trip to West Virginia.
Within 30 minutes, you’ll find a resort & spa, excursion train rides, and endless opportunities to create an adventure & lasting memories.
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Historical Society & Museum
From June – September, The History Center Museum opens Sunday afternoons, for a special Summer Exhibit. The Museum is one of…
Historical Society & Museum
From June – September, The History Center Museum opens Sunday afternoons, for a special Summer Exhibit. The Museum is one of the oldest historic landmarks in Upshur County. Plan a weekend of History by visiting the Museum, shopping & dining in the Downtown Buckhannon Historic District, and visiting the 5 Civil War Trail Markers throughout the area.
During the Civil War, the structure was commandeered for use by the Federal government (as were most churches in this area) as a food commissary. Betty Hornbeck, in her book Upshur Brothers of the Blue and Gray, wrties that on August 30, 1862, following a battle of “Watertank Hill” in a Confederate victory known as “Jenkins Raid”, twenty to thirty captured Federal prisoners were marched first to the courthose and….
“after the arms had been destroyed, the prisoners were taken to the Southern Methodist Church on West Main Street that was being used as a commissary. The church contained thousands of bushels of oats and corn, all of which were taken into the street and burned by the prisoners under order of Commander Jenkins. Green coffee beans were shoe deep in the street.”
The oil painting inside the Museum, over the front entrance depicts the looting and pillaging of the frightening night so long ago. The History Center Museum is an historic structure, built in 1856 and is the oldest extant building on Main Street, Buckhannon. It was listed on National Register of Historic Places in 1992.
Historical Society: 29 West Main Street, Buckhannon WV
History Center Museum: 81 West Main Street, Buckhannon WV
www.upshurcountyhistoricalsociety.com
Stay Over
Wildwood Cabin
Wildwood Cabin at Paradise in the Woods along the Buckhannon River is all new! This cabin has a downstairs game…
Wildwood Cabin
Wildwood Cabin at Paradise in the Woods along the Buckhannon River is all new!
This cabin has a downstairs game room with pool table, 3 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms with an easy walking path to a secluded swimming area. There are fire pits at the cabin and by the river so you can build a fire and roast smores with your crew. Swim, fish, raft, hike, or just relax on the front deck and enjoy the wildlife!
The space sleeps 10 guests and is pet friendly.
Property ID 2137185 on VRBO.
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The Links Restaurant
Phone: 304.460.3508 The Links Restaurant at Buckhannon Country Club offers a traditional, casual backdrop for the fine dining pleasure of…
The Links Restaurant
Phone: 304.460.3508
The Links Restaurant at Buckhannon Country Club offers a traditional, casual backdrop for the fine dining pleasure of Club members, as well as our fellow food aficionados in nearby communities. Our focus is on providing a delightful, unique, and inclusive experience for our guests in the spirit of promoting social camaraderie.
Welcome to your new home away from home!
Shopping
Dinah’s Boutique
Phone: 304.924.6462 We are a small boutique in West Virginia with probably the largest selection of wedding, bridesmaids, prom, pageant,…
Dinah’s Boutique
Phone: 304.924.6462
We are a small boutique in West Virginia with probably the largest selection of wedding, bridesmaids, prom, pageant, mother of the bride, flower girl and ring bearer apparel in the state. We have over 6,000 gowns in stock. We rent and sell.
385 Bridal Ridge Road, French Creek WV
www.dinahsboutique.com
Events
Thursday, April 25, 2024
The Mountain Cap Family Support Center, incollaboration with Mountain Mama Market & Artistry are hosting a FREE painting event for families. Supplies will be provided...
Free Painting Event for Families
Thursday, April 25, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:00 PMMountain Cap of WV Family Support Center
30 E Main St
Buckhannon, WV 26201
The Mountain Cap Family Support Center, incollaboration with Mountain Mama Market & Artistry are hosting a FREE painting event for families. Supplies will be provided at the event. To pre-register, please call 304-878-1202.
4/25/24 from 6p-8p
30 E Main St, Buckhannon, WV
Meet Here
WV Wesleyan College
Phone: 304.473.8104 We are proud to offer complete conference hosting services including a wide range of meeting spaces, lodging accommodations,…
WV Wesleyan College
59 College Avenue, Buckhannon WV
www.wvwc.edu
Travel Inspiration
A Dickens Christmas Fair
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Welcome Wesleyan Bobcats!
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Dog Friendly Places in Buckhannon
The Buckhannon Dog Park is at 20 Randolph Street located at the River Walk trail near the boat ramp. This…
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