Parkersburg & Surrounding Area, WEST VIRGINIA
*These items are listed online in Rand McNally's 'Best of the Road' Guide to Road Trips.
Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park*
Site of the alleged plot by Aaron Burr and Harman Blennerhassett to establish a southwest empire. Feature the reconstructed Blennerhassett Mansion, guided tours, concession stand, gift shop, narrated wagon rides, hiking trails and picnic facilities.
Access via Sternwheeler from Point Park, Parkersburg
304.420.4800, 800.CALL.WVA
www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
Blennerhassett Museum of Regional History*
The museum is located in downtown Parkersburg with three floors of intriguing archaeological and historical exhibits of the Blennerhassetts and the areas, extensive gift shop and video explaining the Blennerhassett's story.
Second & Juliana Streets, Parkersburg
304.420.4800, 800.CALL.WVA
www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
Fenton Art Glass Museum (Gift Shop only)*
Owning a piece of Fenton glass is a delight, but watching it being made is an outright thrill! Using centuries old tools and techniques, skilled glassmakers transform fiery molten glass into timeless treasures... right before your eyes. Also witness our talented artists hand paint these beautiful works of art.
420 Caroline Avenue, Williamstown
304.375.7772, 800.319.7793
www.fentongiftshop.com
Fort Boreman Historical Park
The park features a partially reconstructed Union Civil War fortification, trenches, interpretive signage, picnic shelters, nature trail and spectacular views of Parkersburg and the Ohio and Little Kanawha Rivers.
Off US-50, Marrtown Road exit, Parkersburg
Henderson Hall
Built in 1859 as the centerpiece of the 2,600-acre Henderson plantation, this impressive 17-room pre-Civil War mansion with all of its original furnishings, has survived as a legacy of the Victorian and Edwardian eras.
517 River Road
Off WV014 North of Parkersburg
304.375.2129
Holl’s Swiss Chocolatier*
Holl's uncompromising commitment to sourcing the finest ingredients and the attention to detail that comes from a classically trained Master Chocolatier ensures you an extraordinary chocolate experience.
2001 Grand Central Avenue, Vienna
304.295.6576, 800.845.4512
www.holls.com
Mid-Ohio Valley Veteran's Museum
Over 1,700 square feet of displays honoring veterans of all services from WWI to the present while educating the public on their service. The museum also includes a video and book library for research.
1829 7th Street, Parkersburg
304.420.0332
Mountwood Park
US 50, 12 miles East of Parkersburg
304.679.3611, 877.320.1688
North Bend Rail Trail*
Along US 50
304.628.3777
www.northbendtrail.com
North Bend State Park*
Off US 50, Cairo
304.643.2931, 800.CALL.WVA
www.northbendsp.com
Oil & Gas Museum*
This nationally recognized museum presents the intriguing history of the oil and gas industry, including how it impacted West Virginia statehood.
119 Third Street, Parkersburg
304.485.5446
Ruble’s Sternwheelers
Departs from Point Park, Second Street, Parkersburg
740.423.7268
OHIO
Children’s Toy and Doll Museum
206 Gilman in Harmar Village, Marietta
740.373.5900
www.tourohio.com
The Castle
418 Fourth Street, Marietta
740.373.4180
www.mariettacastle.org
Hardly Able Carriage Company
101 Front Street, Marietta
304.869.3051
Lee Middleton Original Dolls
Visit the newborn nursery and gift shop where memories are born or enjoy our museum and factory tour.
1301 Washington Boulevard (OH 618), Belpre
740.423.1481, 800.233.7479
Marietta Soda Museum
109 & 111 Maple Street, Marietta
740.376.COKE(2653)
Ohio River Museum
601 Front Street, Marietta
740.373.3750, 800.860.0145
www.ohiohistory.org/places/ohriver
Railroad Display and Caboose Mini-Museum
Depot Park, Belpre
740.423.8767
Rossi Pasta
106 Front Street, Marietta
800.227.6774
www.rossipasta.com
Royal Vienna Dolls
1305 Washington Boulevard, Belpre
800.845.1845
www.lloydmiddletondoll.com
Sweetapple Farm
Sweetapple Road, Vincent
740.678.7447
www.sweetapplefarm.com
Tree Sculpture Tour
Marietta
800.288.2577 for a map
Trolley Tours
Originating from the Levee House Café
127 Ohio Street, Marietta
740.374.2233
Valley Gem Sternwheeler
Departs from Front & Washington Streets, Marietta
740.373.7862
www.valleygemsternwheeler.com