2025 Youth Congressional Art Competition Submission Deadline Extended

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History (WVDACH) is extending the deadline to turn in submissions for the 2025 Youth Congressional Art competition to Friday, Feb. 7, 2025. The competition is open to high school students only. Exceptions will be made for schools that have…

Live History Show at West Virginia Independence Hall, Feb. 8

 WHEELING, W.Va. – Live History, a theatre company that specializes in bringing your local history to life, will feature two showings of “A Knock at the Door: A History Mystery” at West Virginia Independence Hall (WVIH) in Wheeling on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. Showtimes are 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.…

2025 Arts Day at the Legislature

Arts Day at the Legislature 2025 is scheduled for Friday, March 21, 2025. Arts Day is a great opportunity for arts organizations from all around West Virginia to set up a display in the West Virginia capitol rotunda during legislative session. Personnel from participating organizations are encouraged to use this…

2025 Arts in Our Communities Conference

The registration link is LIVE! Complete your registration for the FREE Arts in Our Communities conference here: Conference Registration You can gather at the Culture Center in Charleston with artists and arts organization representatives from all over West Virginia. Scheduled for Wednesday, March 20 and Thursday, March 21, the conference is…

Pianist Barbara Nissman to Perform at Culture Center in Charleston, Jan. 24

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History (WVDACH) will host Pianist Barbara Nissman for a concert at the Culture Center, State Capitol Complex, in Charleston on Friday, Jan. 24, at 6 p.m. for “Beethoven, the Great!”, another exciting program in the Steinway Classics series. The…

2025 Historic Preservation Development Grants Available

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Applications are now being accepted for matching (50-50) historic preservation Development Grants through the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) of the Department of Arts, Culture and History. Eligible projects include the restoration, rehabilitation, or archaeological development of historic sites listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Applications must…

WV Archives and History Displays New Exhibit Titled “A Flurry of Opportunities”

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia Archives and History is currently displaying a new exhibit titled “A Flurry of Opportunities,” which explores the rich history of U.S. naturalization records and the stories of immigrants who have shaped the nation. The exhibit is in the Archives and History Library at the Culture…

WV Independence Hall Hosts Free Christmas Concert on December 14

WHEELING, W.Va. – West Virginia Independence Hall (WVIH) in Wheeling will host a free concert in the courtroom by the Community Serenade band on Saturday, Dec. 14, from noon to 1:30 p.m. The music will include traditional holiday songs. The program is open to the public. Established in 2018 with…

2024 West Virginia State Marching Band Invitational Championship Winners Announced

Cabell Midland wins Governor’s Cup Series CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Thirty-six bands from around the state showcased their talents in the 13th annual West Virginia State Marching Band Invitational Championship University of Charleston Stadium, Laidley Field in Charleston, Saturday, Oct. 26. A complete list of winners is included. Cabell Midland High…

Thirty-six Bands to Compete in West Virginia Marching Band Invitational

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The 13th annual West Virginia Marching Band Invitational (WVMBI) Championship will feature 36 high school bands from 28 counties around the state on Saturday, Oct. 26, at University of Charleston Stadium, Laidley Field in Charleston. The invitational also will feature the finals for the 4th annual Governor’s…

“An Evening with Bob Thompson” at the Culture Center, Oct. 23

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History (WVDACH) will host “An Evening with Bob Thompson” at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024, at the Culture Center Theater, State Capitol Complex, in Charleston. The show is free and open to the public. Internationally known jazz…

West Virginia Archives and History Celebrates Veterans in November

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia Archives and History will host a “Celebration of West Virginia Veterans” in the Archives and History Library at the Culture Center, State Capitol Complex, in Charleston on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024. The program will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is free…

Anniversary of Battle of Point Pleasant Student Contest Winners Announced

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History (WVDACH) and the West Virginia America 250 Commission held student creativity contests to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Point Pleasant and the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026. The contests were open…