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Welcome to Marion County. We have a great selection of attractions and non-stop natural beauty to surround you during your vacation.
Barrackville Covered Bridge
Listed in the National Register of Historic Landmarks, this 148-foot, single lane bridge bridge was originally built in 1853. Located in Barrackville, off U.S. Rt. 250 N., County Rt. 21 at the junction of 250/32.
The Father's Day Church Central United Methodist Church
The descendant church of Williams Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church, where the first observance of Father's Day was held on July 5, 1908.
High Gate Carriage House
The High Gate Carriage House, of Tudor Revival Style, including the elegant grounds, has been restored by Friends of High Gate, Inc. The galleries are usable for weddings, receptions, lectures and art exhibits and the second floor for offices.
Jefferson Street High Level Bridge
Reopened on October 27, 2000, after undergoing a $23.5 million dollar restoration. This "Million Dollar Bridge" originally opened to traffic in 1921. Crossing the Monongahela River, rail lines and city streets, the 1,266 foot structure on three graceful arch rings designed by the Concrete Steel Engineering Company of New York, and built by the John F. Casey Company of Pittsburgh, was one of the earliest reinforced concrete arch bridges in the country. It is currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Readying West Virginia's largest reinforced concrete arch bridge for its second century was the state's most costly historic restoration. This restoration has matched as closely as possible the historic structure's original appearance, including the 33 concrete lighting poles and light fixtures that resemble those of the 1920's period and the four 50-foot tapered flagpoles topped by gilded copper eagles. The bridge is located off Exit 137 of I-79, follow 310 N. through three stop lights.
Marion County Military Veterans Plaza
Marion County Military Veterans Plaza is located in the heart of the Fairmont Central Business District at the corner of Adams and Madison Streets. The recently completed plaza is approximately 7,500 square feet and includes a bronze statue depicting images of soldiers from WWI, WWII, Korea and Vietnam. Three marble monuments stand on the plaza listing the names of Marion County veterans, with the front dedicated to those killed in action while serving their country. Complimenting this memorial are marble benches, decorative planters and a stage.
Marion County Museum Home of the Marion County Historical Society, located next to the Courthouse on Adams Street in Fairmont. Hours, M-F, 10-2, or by prior appointment. Also open on Saturdays Memorial Day through Labor Day 10-2. Period rooms. Tours and scheduled programs on preserving Marion County heritage.
Marion County Vietnam Veterans Memorial is located at the entrance to East Marion Park off exit 135 of I-79. The memorial consists of a 6-ton monument with the 27 names of the men from Marion County, WV who died in Vietnam, along with a Huey Helicopter which actually flew in Vietnam.
Pricketts Fort State Park
This nationally registered historic site was originally built in 1774 as a refuge fort on the frontier of Virginia. It was reconstructed in 1976 and today costumed interpreters recreate eighteenth century lifestyles through demonstration of colonial crafts. South of the fort is the 1859 Job Prickett house. The eighteenth century historical reconstruction and original nineteenth century house illustrate the development of an increasingly civilized lifestyle through an 85-year span of time. Tours of both structures and special events are offered in season. Admission is charged.
Sagebrush Round-Up
Provides country music year round on Saturday nights. The program appears every Friday in the Fairmont Times-West Virginian. Travel I-79 to Exit 139 and drive east on Bunner Ridge Road, five miles to Sagebrush Round-Up Music Complex.
West Augusta Historical Society Museum
Features the original bed, chair, and dresser of Francis H. Pierpont, the first governor of the restored Government of Virginia after the Civil War. Many antique times, including a display of mountain antique musical instruments, Victorian and early school exhibits. Open Sundays May - September 1:30 - 4:00 p.m. or weekdays by appointment. Also, visit the 1800's furnished log house and caboose next to the museum. Ten miles north of Fairmont on Rt. 250 N
West Augusta Historical Society Round Barn
Unique architecture and engineering houses exhibits including old-fashioned tools and farming equipment dating to the early 1900's. Open May - September on Sundays from 1:30 - 4:00, or by prior appointment (for groups). Every Thursday from 9:00 - 1:00 visitors may watch or help the ladies quilt.
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