A historic trade school that will teach skills such as carpentry, masonry and metalworking is coming to Arthurdale Heritage Inc., thanks to a partnership with the West […]
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Arthurdale Heritage going back to its roots
As important as historic preservation is, it’s good to see Arthurdale Heritage getting back to its roots: community development. The nonprofit is looking to build a mixed […]
Preston County town trying to upgrade sewer system
KINGWOOD — Reedsville is looking to expand and address issues with its sewer system. Mayor Dennis Pierson briefed the Preston County Commission on the challenges facing the […]
Jan. 2 letters to the editor
Make Arthurdale a national historic site As Randy Vealey‘s Dec. 26 guest essay discussed, tourism is an important economic growth engine for the Mountain State. An effort […]
Guest essay: This New Deal town’s history may be a guide to new state economy
by Randy Vealey Those who do learn history may sometimes be fortunate enough to repeat it. Yes, I’m standing the common saying — “Those who do not […]
Arthurdale weaving program brings history
Arthurdale boasts a rich history. Preserved in the basement of Arthurdale Heritage Inc.’s main building, 11 hidden gems speak to the community’s past and future. These meaningful […]
Local Briefs – December 14
Newsroom@DominionPost.com MFD responds to fire at University Ave. home At about 11:22 p.m. Sunday, the Morgantown Fire Department responded to a small, smoldering fire in an apartment […]
Arthurdale Heritage hosting FODC exhibit
‘Richard Mine’ focuses on source of orange sediment Newsroom@DominionPost.com Arthurdale Heritage will host a special exhibit “The Richard Mine” today through Dec. 18, focusing on the source […]
Researchers hope to learn from historical Arthurdale homes
MORGANTOWN — Two Virginia Tech professors are researching how the original Arthurdale homes have survived advancements in technology and consumer expectations. Lisa Tucker and Gregory Galford, both […]
Arthurdale to host children’s art reception
An art reception featuring projects by Preston County children will be held at 6 p.m., Aug 25, at Arthurdale Heritage Inc. The kids, ages 4-13, were asked […]
