Wheeling Highlights

Sun, 11 May 2008 11:08:00 +0000

Oglebay Resort & Conference Center

Over a hundred years ago, a tradition of generous hospitality was started at the summer estate of Earl W. Oglebay in Wheeling, West Virginia. Today, Oglebay Resort and Conference Center offers 1700 acres of year-round recreational opportunities and excellent overnight accommodations but has retained its picturesque natural beauty. For generations, families, groups and individuals have indulged in the tradition and spirit that make Oglebay unique.

Wheeling Symphony Orchestra

The Wheeling Symphony Society, Inc. serves the residents of our communities by providing excellent orchestral programs which entertain, educate and enhance the quality of life.

Birthplace of West Virginia - West Virginia Independence Hall - Wheeling WV

The grand architecture of the building's interiors has been authentically restored. Visitors can view an interpretive video, "For Liberty and Union," and take a self-guided tour of the structure. Groups may schedule tours featuring dramatic interpretations by authentically-costumed guides.

Historic Centre Market - Wheeling

There was once a time when every city had a market house. Bustling with activity and color, they were rich community places, central to the urban life of the late nineteenth century. Today, Centre Wheeling's two Market Houses remain such places. ...

The Kruger Street Toy and Train Museum

Located in a restored Victorian-era schoolhouse, the Kruger Street Toy & Train Museum features guided or self-guided tours (whichever you prefer), interactive displays, operating O and HO gauge train layouts, a unique and family friendly gift shop, a room dedicated to Ohio Valley history and culture, and a restored railroad caboose onsite. ...