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Historical Society & Museum

From June – September, The History Center Museum opens Sunday afternoons, for a special Summer Exhibit. The Museum is one of the oldest historic landmarks in Upshur County. Plan a weekend of History by visiting the Museum, shopping & dining in the Downtown Buckhannon Historic District, and visiting the 5 Civil War Trail Markers throughout the area.

During the Civil War, the structure was commandeered for use by the Federal government (as were most churches in this area) as a food commissary. Betty Hornbeck, in her book Upshur Brothers of the Blue and Gray, wrties that on August 30, 1862, following a battle of “Watertank Hill” in a Confederate victory known as “Jenkins Raid”, twenty to thirty captured Federal prisoners were marched first to the courthose and….

“after the arms had been destroyed, the prisoners were taken to the Southern Methodist Church on West Main Street that was being used as a commissary. The church contained thousands of bushels of oats and corn, all of which were taken into the street and burned by the prisoners under order of Commander Jenkins. Green coffee beans were shoe deep in the street.”

The oil painting inside the Museum, over the front entrance depicts the looting and pillaging of the frightening night so long ago. The History Center Museum is an historic structure, built in 1856 and is the oldest extant building on Main Street, Buckhannon. It was listed on National Register of Historic Places in 1992.

Historical Society: 29 West Main Street, Buckhannon WV
History Center Museum: 81 West Main Street, Buckhannon WV
www.upshurcountyhistoricalsociety.com

Cabins & Camping

For a more secluded stay in Upshur County, rent a cabin that’s nestled in the beautiful landscape.  Cabin Rentals are the perfect way to customize a warm atmosphere and create a home away from home.

www.VRBO.com
www.AirBnB.com

Camp in Wild & Wonderful West Virginia at Audra State Park, Holly River State Park or the James Curry Park, too!

Peggy’s Home Cookin’

Phone: 304.472.3135

This Buckhannon favorite continues to serve home cooked, comfort food.

207 Zick’s Road, Buckhannon WV
Peggy’s Home Cookin’ Facebook Page

Moon Flower

Moon Flower Hemp is a female-owned, mountain-made hemp company! On our farm, in the mountains of West Virginia, our hemp plants are raised from seed to harvest with endless amounts of love. We use all-natural practices while farming and harvesting our plants, no pesticides, herbicides, or any other harmful chemicals are used on our ~ladies~. Striving to better your health and overall well-being, we guarantee our top-of-the-line cannabis products will be the perfect aid for any of your needs. Along with giving back to our planet, by only feeding our plants with premium natural nutrients– Moon Flower has dedicated to using minimal plastic in our packaging. Almost our entire product line is packaged within biodegradable materials, including our top-selling gummies.

46 East Main St, Buckhannon WV, 26201
www.moonflowerhemp.com

SYCC Flea Market

Saturday, April 20, 2024

SYCC will be hosting a Flea Market Saturday, April 20th 8am-5pm. Anyone interested in setting up can reach us at 304-473-0145. Reserve a 10×10 space inside our gym for $25, or outside for $20. Payment must be no later than Monday, April 15.

Opera House

The Opera House is a full-service catering facility & entertainment venue housed in 3 Historic structures, located in the Heart of Historic downtown Buckhannon. In the 1930’s these three separate buildings were connected and opened-up on the 1st floor to accommodate the G.C. Murphy Company 5 & 10 store, which operated here through the 1980’s, before giving in to the big box retailers. We have Transformed the space into a Beautiful Event Center with 100-year old hardwood floors, Coffered Ceilings, Exposed Brick, Colorful Lighting & Stylish Decor. We can seat up to 200-Guests for dinner, have an elevated Stage for entertainment and Stylish Bar to get the Party Going. There is a Green Room off the stage with a full bath, wet bar and make­up table to accommodate everyone’s expectations.

12 East Main Street, Buckhannon WV
www.cj-maggies.com