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Historic Preservation Development Grants Available

January 18, 2017 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… CHARLESTON, WV — Applications are available for historic preservation development grants through the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) of... View Article

Ken Hechler Memorial Service to be Held at Culture Center in Charleston on Monday, December 19

December 16, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… WHO: The West Virginia Division of Culture and History with live feed of memorial service by West Virginia Public... View Article

The 2017 West Virginia State Dance Festival Sign-up Deadline is Jan. 6, 2017

December 12, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Directors of dance companies and schools across West Virginia are invited to enroll students in the... View Article

Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex in Moundsville Presents Family Activities during December

December 7, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… MOUNDSVILLE, W.Va. – Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex in Moundsville will offer craft projects and the finale of the ... View Article

Annual First Lady’s Festival of Songs to be Held at the Culture Center Dec. 10

December 6, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Division of Culture and History (WVDCH) and First Lady Joanne Jaeger Tomblin welcome... View Article

West Virginia Division of Culture and History to Unveil the 75th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor: USS West Virginia Exhibit at the Culture Center Dec. 4

November 28, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Division of Culture and History will open a special exhibition to commemorate the... View Article

West Virginia Division of Culture and History Recognized Select National Historic Landmarks, Individual Resources and Historic Districts Across the State on Oct. 16

November 9, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Division of Culture and History (WVDCH) recognized 15 extant National Historic Landmarks, 50... View Article

Architect Paul Marshall to Reflect on his Career in Historic Preservation in Charleston at Nov. 17 Lecture at Culture Center

November 4, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Charleston architect Paul Marshall will present the final lecture in the State Historic Preservation Office’s lecture... View Article

State Historic Preservation Office Publishes 13-month Calendar

November 2, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) of the West Virginia Division of Culture and History has... View Article

Second Round of Fiscal Year 2017 Historic Preservation Development Grants Available

November 1, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Applications are now available for a second round of historic preservation development grants through the State... View Article

Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex in Moundsville Presents Family Activities to Celebrate Native American Heritage Month

October 27, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… MOUNDSVILLE, W.Va. – Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex in Moundsville will celebrate Native American Heritage Month this November with... View Article

2016 State Marching Band Championship Winners Announced

October 24, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Twenty-eight high school bands from around the state showcased their talents in the fifth annual West... View Article

U.S. Congressman David McKinley to Present Lecture “Historic Tax Credits in Wheeling” on Wednesday, Oct. 26

October 21, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… WHEELING, W.Va. – The West Virginia Division of Culture and History (WVDCH) will continue its lecture series honoring Betty... View Article

Culture Center to Host Halloween Bash on Tuesday, Oct. 25

October 20, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Division of Culture and History will host a Halloween Bash on Tuesday, Oct.... View Article

West Virginia Division of Culture and History to Celebrate Archives Month at the Culture Center with Special Programs and Yearbook Collection Day Set for Saturday, Oct. 22

October 19, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia Archives and History invites West Virginians to learn more about how they can research... View Article

West Virginia Independence Hall in Wheeling to Host Halloween Party on Saturday, Oct. 22

October 18, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… WHEELING, W.Va. – West Virginia Independence Hall in Wheeling, Ohio County, will host a Halloween bash on Saturday, Oct.... View Article

Arts Conference to Focus on Community Arts This December National, State Speakers to Address Issues and Share Success Stories

October 14, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Throughout West Virginia, community leaders are engaging arts organizations, artists, government leaders and economic development organizations... View Article

West Virginia Division of Culture and History to Unveil 80th Anniversary of Fiestaware Exhibit at the Culture Center With Opening Reception on Oct. 18

October 12, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The Great Wall of China is back at the Culture Center! For the 80th anniversary of Homer... View Article

Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex in Moundsville Presents Family Activities to Celebrate Archaeology Month

October 12, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… MOUNDSVILLE, W.Va. – Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex in Moundsville will celebrate Archaeology Month this October with a host... View Article

West Virginia Division of Culture and History Announces Nov. 18 Application Deadline for STEAM Power WV Grants

October 12, 2016 12:00 am Published by culturewv Leave your thoughts

 News… CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Arts Section of the West Virginia Division of Culture and History is accepting applications for... View Article