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ARTHURDALE HERITAGE

Revisit the 1930s of Eleanor''s Little Village, Arthurdale ~ The Nation’s first New Deal Homestead community. Museum and Appalachian craft store. November 1st through April 30th, Tuesday – Friday 12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m., Closed on Mondays. May 1st through October 28th, open Saturdays 11am to 3pm and Sundays from 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

RT. 92, Arthurdale, W.Va. 26520
304-864-3959
http://www.arthurdaleheritage.org

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AURORA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

The census of 1860 shows that David Ridenour, a tailor, had arrived from Pennsylvania with his wife, Sarah, and their family.  He built the white frame store, still standing, in Aurora.  He was postmaster at the store from 1875-1893.  His son, Eugenis Oliver, inherited the store in 1891.  He was postmaster from 1897-1906.  In 1907 Jesse Stemple and his brother, Edgar, leased this store from the Ridenours; by 1917 Jesse had bought it outright.  Dr. George R. Stemple, a brother was postmaster from 1913-1925.  The store remained in Jesse's family until the 1950's when Ira Hardesty bought it.  Jack Adams bought the store in 1966 and operated it for 20 years, modernizing it somewhat.  He sold it to his son-in-law, Fred Tichinell, who closed it.  The store is currently owned by the Aurora Project, Inc.  The main floor is leased by the Aurora Area Historical Society.

Auroa, Auroa, W.Va. 26705
304-735-5471
http://www.auroraareahistoricalsociety.com/

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CANNON HILL

Located directly across from the town at the end of the county bridge.  The hill was fortified during the Civil War and was used to protect the main line of the B & O Railroad.  The site is under construction; however, guided tours can be arranged by appointment. Contact Lucille at 304-454-9714 or 304-454-9303 for more information.

N/A, Rowlesburg, W.Va. 26764
304-454-9714 or 304-454-9303
http://www.rowlesburg.org/cannon.html

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GREATEST GENERATION WWII MUSEUM

THE GREATEST GENERATION WORLD WAR II MUSEUM is a unique exhibit worth visiting. You will be surprised by the authenthic war time scenes with soldiers and many artifacts from both Allied and Axis. Located in the Szilagyi Center (old high school). Open May through October on Saturday from 11am - 5pm and on Sunday from 1pm - 5pm or by appointment. Groups and tour buses welcome. Please call or visit the website for hours and admission rates. Located on Route 72, Rowlesburg, WV. 304-329-1240 or 304-454-9232. Visit www.rowlesburg.org or www.rowlesburg.info for more information.  

Rt. 72, Rowlesburg, W.Va. 26425
304-329-1240 or 304-454-9232
http://www.thegreatestgenerationsociety.com

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HAZELTON MILLING COMPANY

Although only open after each Labor Day until winter months, the Hazelton Grist Mill is an operating mill well-known for grinding Preston County buckwheat. Located off I-68, Exit 29. A diesel engine operated mill; it's a private company categorized under Buckwheat Flour that grinds buckwheat into flour. The mill is the only mill in the area that still grinds with a stone. Visitors can order Buckwheat Flour by calling 304-379-7755 or by e-mailing bwflour@frontier.com.

38 Maryland Line Rd. , Bruceton Mills, W.Va. 26525
304-379-7755


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