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Arts Day at the Legislature 2024

December 28, 2023 3:46 pm Published by Paul.R.Neil Comments Off

Arts Day at the Legislature 2024 is scheduled for Thursday, February 29, 2024. Arts Day is a great opportunity for... View Article

Governor’s Arts Awards 2024

December 28, 2023 2:41 pm Published by Paul.R.Neil Comments Off

About the Awards The Governor’s Arts Awards celebrate excellence in the arts in West Virginia. The awards focus attention on the importance of arts to... View Article

Arts in Our Communities Conference 2024

December 28, 2023 2:33 pm Published by Paul.R.Neil Comments Off

The registration link is LIVE! Complete your registration for the FREE Arts in Our Communities conference here: Conference RegistrationYou can gather... View Article

December Events at Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex

December 7, 2023 7:56 am Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

MOUNDSVILLE, W.Va. — Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex in Moundsville invites the public to celebrate the December holidays with several... View Article

Brass Quintet to Perform Holiday Concert at West Virginia Independence Hall

November 27, 2023 8:27 am Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

WHEELING, W.Va. – The Shadyside Brass Quintet, Artists in Residence at the Heinz Memorial Chapel in Pittsburgh, will perform a... View Article

West Virginia Juried Exhibit 2023 Winners Announced

November 17, 2023 7:46 am Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Artists from Fairmont, Marion County; Augusta, Hampshire County; and Richwood, Nicholas County, won the top prizes in... View Article

WV Department of Arts, Culture and History Announces 2023-24 Poetry Out Loud Registration Deadline

November 16, 2023 12:54 pm Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The 2024 West Virginia Poetry Out Loud state competition registration deadline is set for Friday, Dec. 8,... View Article

2023 West Virginia Juried Exhibition Artists Announced

November 2, 2023 12:44 pm Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History to Host Exhibition Opening and Awards Ceremony at Culture Center CHARLESTON, W.Va.... View Article

2023 West Virginia State Marching Band Invitational Championship Winners Announced – Cabell Midland wins Governor’s Cup Series

October 25, 2023 3:13 pm Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Thirty-three bands from around the state showcased their talents in the 12th annual West Virginia State Marching... View Article

Dr. James M. Adovasio to Present Archaeology Month Lecture at Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex, October 26

October 20, 2023 2:41 pm Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

MOUNDSVILLE, W.Va. — Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex in Moundsville is pleased to host Dr. James M. Adovasio as its 2023... View Article

Culture Center to Host Annual Halloween Bash on Thursday, Oct. 26

October 20, 2023 8:47 am Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History will host a Halloween Bash on Thursday, Oct.... View Article

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

October 20, 2023 8:45 am Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

PHILIPPI, W.Va. – The 12th annual West Virginia Marching Band Invitational (WVMBI) Championship will feature 33 high school bands from... View Article

West Virginia State Historic Preservation Office Seeks Comments to Guide Preservation Efforts through 2030

October 19, 2023 7:54 am Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

CHARLESTON, W.Va.-The West Virginia State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) is conducting a survey to receive comments regarding the current comprehensive... View Article

Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex Celebrates West Virginia Archaeology Month in October

October 10, 2023 8:19 am Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

MOUNDSVILLE, W.Va. — Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex in Moundsville invites the public to celebrate West Virginia Archaeology Month in... View Article

West Virginia State Historic Preservation Survey and Planning Grants Available

September 25, 2023 8:22 am Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Applications are now being accepted for FY 2024 historic preservation survey and planning grants through the State... View Article

John Marshall High School to Host Competition as part of 2023 West Virginia Governor’s Cup Marching Band Series

September 7, 2023 2:48 pm Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

MOUNDSVILLE, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History (WVDACH) will sponsor the 3rd annual West Virginia... View Article

September Activities and Art Exhibits at Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex

September 1, 2023 7:49 am Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

MOUNDSVILLE, W.Va. — During the month of September, Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex in Moundsville will host a watercolor workshop... View Article

Sherrard Middle School Team One Wins West Virginia State History Bowl

August 22, 2023 10:56 am Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Sherrard Middle School Team One from Wheeling, Marshall County, won the West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture... View Article

Appalachian String Band Music Festival Announces 2023 Contest Winners

August 22, 2023 10:40 am Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

CLIFFTOP, W.Va. – The 32nd annual Appalachian String Band Music Festival at Camp Washington-Carver in Clifftop, Fayette County, wrapped up... View Article

Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex Announces August Activities

August 8, 2023 8:04 am Published by Kris Bowyer Comments Off

MOUNDSVILLE, W.Va. — Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex in Moundsville invites the public to attend programs on World War II... View Article