January 2010 |
January 9, 2010
Run to Read Half Marathon
This half marathon race to benefit Literacy Volunteers will take place starting at 12 noon on Saturday on the Marion County Rail Trail starting at Prickett’s Fort. Registration will take place in the Visitor Center.
Contact: Jim Wolfitt run2read@yahoo.com |
February 2010 |
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March 2010 |
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April 2010 |
April 8-11, 2010
School of the Longhunter and Contemporary Longrifle Association Show
An intense weekend of instruction exploring the role of early frontiersmen on the American frontier. Speakers will focus on the frontier skills of the long hunter. In addition to the educational programming, there will be a sanctioned CLA mini-show and sale. Registration for Longhunter includes admission to both events.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
April 17, 2010
Annual Spring Bird Walk
Come celebrate the joys of spring with a Saturday morning bird walk. Staff of the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources will lead the public on this annual rite of passage. Programs begin at 8 am. Wear sturdy walking shoes and bring binoculars if you have them.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
April 23, 2010
Jones Imboden Raid Civil War Kids Day
School groups are invited to attend a special day of local civil war history commemorating the Jones Imboden Raid of 1863. Civil War re-enactors will provide learning stations for students throughout the day.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
April 24, 2010
Annual Spring Bird Walk
Come celebrate the joys of spring with a Saturday morning bird walk. Staff of the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources will lead the public on this annual rite of passage. Programs begin at 8 am. Wear sturdy walking shoes and bring binoculars if you have them.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
April 24-25, 2010
Jones Imboden Raid Civil War Weekend
In April 1863 Confederate forces invaded Fairmont, Virginia (now West Virginia) in an attempt to gain control of the strategic B&O Railroad and capture Francis Pierpont, Governor of the Re-Organized Virginia. The park will commemorate this event through various re-enactments and demonstrations.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
May 2010 |
May 1, 2010
Annual Spring Bird Walk
Come celebrate the joys of spring with a Saturday morning bird walk. Staff of the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources will lead the public on this annual rite of passage. Programs begin at 8 am. Wear sturdy walking shoes and bring binoculars if you have them.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
May 8, 2010
Traditional Music Day
Enjoy a full day of Traditional Music with musicians scheduled to perform inside the Visitor Center as well as informal jamming in the park.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
May 15, 2010
Sheep to Shawl
Come watch how sheep are sheared and then see the various processes involved in preparing wool including carding, spinning and weaving.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
May 31, 2010
Memorial Day Program
Come learn about those who served in various military units throughout the history of Prickett’s Fort, including the French and Indian War, Revolutionary War, and Civil War.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
June 2010 |
June 20, 2010
West Virginia Day
On June 20, 1863, West Virginia became the 35th state to enter the Union. Come and celebrate West Virginia Statehood with $1.00 park admission, lemonade and birthday cake. Cost: $1.00
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
June 28-30, 2010
Prickett’s Fort Summer Camp
Campers will learn about life on the (West) Virginia frontier. Camp is 10 am-4 pm and on the third day, campers spend the night. Open to students completing grades 6-12. Call to register. Fee $100.00. Free to students in FSU GEAR-UP schools completing grades 10 or 11.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
July 2010 |
July 4, 2010
Independence Day
Celebrate Independence Day with a look back through the eyes of our historic interpreters.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
July 9, 2010
Ceilidh (pronounced Kay-Lee)
Enjoy a traditional Celtic meal and an evening of entertainment from 7 – 9:30 pm in the Visitor Center. Ticket required. $
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
July 10, 2010
Celtic Heritage Day
Come celebrate the Celtic heritage of many of this region’s settlers including food, music and crafts.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
July 23, 2010
Grkmania
Join us at 7 pm for a free concert by this popular multi-generational polka band in the park’s amphitheater.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
August 2010 |
August 6, 2010
1937 Flood
Join us at 7pm for a free concert by one of the best string bands in West Virginia in the park’s amphitheater.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
August 7, 2010
Dairy Day
Come see how goat milk is processed into butter and cheese.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
August 14, 2010
Morgan Morgan Reunion
Contact: Rita Laishley rdlaishley@verizon.net 304-599-6155 or 304-366-4715 |
September 2010 |
September 3, 2010
Simple Gifts
Join us at 7 pm in the amphitheater for this free summer concert by the duo Simple Gifts who perform a wide range of Appalachian and world folk music on multiple instruments.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
October 2010 |
October 9-10, 2010
Fall Festival & Antique Fair
Enjoy a fall weekend and view traditional crafts, antiques and fall activities from the 18th century.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
November 2010 |
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December 2010 |
December 10-12, 2010
Annual 18th century Christmas Market
Join us for a unique shopping experience in an historic environment. Artisans will demonstrate and features works for sale in the Fort’s Visitor Center. The Market area is open free of charge and live music will be featured daily. The Fort buildings and Job Prickett House will be decorated for the season and costumed interpreters will give tours.
Contact: 304-363-3030 |
