West Virginia

Rafting, climbing, hiking and fishing are popular activities in New River Gorge. Regional craftworks on display at Tamarack where resident artists work in observation studios to demonstrate textile, glass, wood, pottery and jewelry. Coal mining, oil and gas resources fueled the glass industry. Marble King, Inc. manufactures over one million per day at its factory in Paden City. The small town of Cairo hosts annual Marble-fest where collectors buy, sell and trade marbles. Individual artisans create beautiful one of kind marbles too. Original Mother's Day celebration was held in1908 in the town of Grafton. Neighboring city of Fairmont held first Father's Day celebration. Moundsville name comes from the many Adena Indian burial mounds constructed in the area over 1000 years ago. Harpers Ferry was home to many important historical figures and events that shaped the nation. An important strategic location at the confluence of two rivers, it played an important role in development of indust