The real beauty of a visit here is the baggage you’ll leave behind.
For more information and to request a new visitors guide, contact the Greater Parkersburg CVB office at 800-752-4982 or visit www.GreaterParkersburg.com.
Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau | 350 7th Street | Parkersburg, WV 26101
With the majestic Ohio River as a backdrop, we invite you to come escape, discover and play in Greater Parkersburg, West Virginia (www.greaterparkersburg.com). Discover the romance and intrigue of Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park (www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com), world famous Fenton Art Glass (www.fentongiftshop.com) 
and superb outdoor recreational opportunities at North Bend State Park (www.northbendsp.com). 
Experience our unique shops that abound with distinctive treasures and creations by local artisans. Enjoy a vast array of cultural and entertainment venues (www.greaterparkersburg.com/events/monthly).
Discover the fascinating birth of the oil and gas industry, faithfully retold through relics and artifacts at the nationally recognized Oil and Gas Museum (www.oilandgasmuseum.com). You can also visit the nation’s oldest oil field and the world’s oldest producing oil well at Burning Springs. Stroll through Julia-Ann Square — West Virginia’s largest residential historic district — where oil barons displayed their newfound wealth in gleaming splendor.
Explore Henderson Hall, a 17-room mansion built in 1859 as the crown jewel of a sprawling 2,600 acre plantation. Travel down the mighty Ohio River on an authentic sternwheeler to Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park, where an aristocratic island paradise was darkened by controversy and conspiracy. The mansion and gardens have been meticulously restored to their original splendor. Stand atop Fort Boreman Historical Park and see more than a breathtaking view of downtown Parkersburg, see back in time to the town’s strategic role in the Civil War.
Uncover the story behind the tumultuous creation of the State of West Virginia that started in Parkersburg, home to the state’s first governor, senator and congressman. When you visit Greater Parkersburg, you’ll find that history comes alive.
Upcoming Events
The region plays host to some of the most diverse fairs and festivals in West Virginia.
www.GreaterParkersburg.com/events
Lawn, Garden & Forestry Exposition
Early April | Fairgrounds, Mineral Wells, WV
Mid-Ohio Valley Multi-Cultural Festival
Mid-June | Parkersburg City Park in Parkersburg, WV –www.movmcf.org
WV Interstate Fair & Exposition – Mid-July | Fairgrounds, Mineral Wells, WV www.wvinterstatefair.com
Parkersburg Homecoming – Mid-August | Downtown Parkersburg, WV www.parkersburg-homecoming.com
WV Honey Festival – Late August | City Park, Parkersburg, WV www.wvhoneyfestival.org
Harvest Moon Arts & Crafts Festival – Late September | City Park, Parkersburg, WV
Taste of Parkersburg – Late September | Downtown Parkersburg, WV www.tasteofparkersburg.com
Volcano Days – Late September | Mountwood Park, 12 miles East of Parkersburg on US RT 50 www.mountwoodpark.org
Haunted Parkersburg Ghost Tours – Mid-October through early November | Downtown Parkersburg www.hauntedparkersburg.com
Mansion by Candlelight – Mid-October | Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park | Parkersburg www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
Holiday In The Park – November-December | City Park, Parkersburg www.parkersburg-wv.com/pages/tours/holidayinthepark.htm
Made in Greater Parkersburg, WV
They may be made right here in Greater Parkersburg, but they’re appreciated everywhere. Many locally made delicacies have earned world-wide acclaim for their quality. For an authentic taste of Switzerland, visit Holl’s Swiss Chocolatier (http://www.holls.comdedicated to crafting the finest chocolates anywhere. Master Chocolatier Fritz Holl learned the art of chocolate making in Switzerland in the 1940’s, and every hand-crafted piece is still made in small batches to the same exacting standards.
For the ultimate pasta experience, a visit to Rossi Pasta (http://www.rossipasta.com/) is a must. Gourmet pasta, made from unique flour, fresh ingredients and exclusive production methods make Rossi pastas far superior to those found elsewhere. A testament to its quality, companies like Williams-Sonoma, Fresh Fields, Harry & David, The Greenbrier and Ritz Carlton Resorts have trusted Rossi to make their own signature pastas. After one taste, so will you.
A winery adventure doesn’t require a visit to Napa Valley. Just 10 minutes from Parkersburg, WineTree Vineyards (http://www.winetreevineyards.com/) offers free tours and wine tastings that will entice all your senses. Traditional European and American varietals are carefully produced using modern methods and the finest ingredients. The result is a world-class wine experience at a West Virginia farm winery. There’s even a unique gift shop and tasting room.
For more information and to request a new visitor guide, contact the Greater Parkersburg CVB office at 800-752-4982 or visit www.GreaterParkersburg.com.
Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau | 350 7th Street | Parkersburg, WV 26101
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