By Stan Bumgardner, Editor, Goldenseal Magazine Stan Bumgardner discusses the largest armed insurrection in the United States since the Civil War, examining its causes, its major events, and why few West Virginians ever learned about these nationally significant struggles until recent decades.
To celebrate the life and achievements of NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson, the Greenbrier Historical Society will be hosting a weekend of community activities aimed at recognizing her life and legacy and inspiring the next generation of scientists and thinkers. These events will take place at the Schoolhouse Hotel in White Sulphur Springs the weekend of... View Article
What happens when Puck and a band of mischievous fairies are tasked with understanding human love? An innovative, magical and bold world premiere production! This original story explores the humor, frivolity and truthfulness of the greatest human condition. Adapted from Shakespeare’s greatest plays, it is chock-full of recognizable text, famous lovers and creativity. This production... View Article
There’s been a murder and one man is ready to crack the case! Officer Marcus Moscowicz knows he can find the killer, but with so many suspects and so little time, the task may be harder than he anticipated. With 13 characters, two actors and a piano, this musical comedy is a tribute to the... View Article
A documentary film by Susan Rose and Manuel Saralegui This is the story of two Lipan Apache children who were captured along the Texas-Mexican border in 1877 by the 4th U.S. Cavalry after massacring almost everyone in their village. Kasetta and her brother, Jack, lived with a military family before being sent to the Carlisle... View Article
An original production that celebrates the holiday season in the Mountain State. Wild and wonderful and family-friendly, this event will feature memorable songs, humor, storytelling and the spirit of Christmas that you won’t want to miss. Mountain Home Christmas is sure to be a joyous celebration that captures the cultural beauty of West Virginia.
Do you have a mystery fossil? Bring it to our expert for identification by Dr. Elizabeth Rhenberg from the WV Geological and Economic Survey! Don’t have a fossil? A fossil display by members of the West Virginia Fossil Club will showcase some of their specimens and answer questions about collecting fossils. Family friendly activities relating... View Article
By Lisa Dugas, MA, RPA, Senior Lead for Cultural Resources at Big Pine Consultants In honor of National Women’s History Month and women in archaeology, this program highlights the life and work of archaeologist Bettye J. Broyles (1928-2011). Ms. Dugas obtained her B.A. in Anthropology at the University of Pittsburgh and her M.A. in Anthropology... View Article
The Annual West Virginia Dance Festival featuring classes, workshops, and performances. Dancers come from all over the state to take classes from professional instructors in the areas of ballet, modern, and jazz.
Join us on May 11th from 7 to 9 pm at Cedar Lakes for the 12th Annual Bowed Psaltery Symphony, an event that has been hosted by Tish and Greg Westman since 2010. Listen to the ethereal and haunting sounds of the bowed psaltery, performed by over 40 musicians from across the country. Each year... View Article
Since 1977 the Vandalia Gathering has been taking place on the Capitol Grounds. Every Memorial Day Weekend people come from far and wide to experience the traditional culture of WV. Featuring multiple musical competitions, a baking contest, and the annual storytelling “Liar’s Contest”, as well as over 30 West Virginia artisans and dancers (don’t forget... View Article
Nine locations participate in our monthly First Saturday Art Walks in Downtown mARTinsburg! Each location has unique artwork on display, some with exclusive activities and pop-ups with many restaurants and shops along the walk.
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