West Virginia Independence Hall is a historic government building at 1528 Market Street in downtown Wheeling, West Virginia, United States. It was built in 1860 under the supervision of architect Ammi B. Young for the federal government as a custom house, post office and courthouse.
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Coming from just outside Philadelphia, where we have taken our children to its Independence Hall and surrounding historic sites, the West Virginia Independence Hall is equally informative and much more affordable (there's no beating free). The woman working the first floor welcomed our family of 8 with a friendly smile, all while keeping a watchful eye on the whereabouts of our 3 youngest, ages 5, 7, and 9. The short movie was not too long to make our kids antsy, but long enough to impart the important events that led to the formation of the state of West Virginia. The 3rd floor court room was great for our kids to do a spontaneous dramatic play, replete with a Judge, Plaintiff, Defendant, Bailiff, Counsel, and Jury. The 2nd floor Flag exhibits were solemn, and the kids loved the felt "Create your own Flag" area. The 1st floor gift area was small, but covered lots of areas of interest for...
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I was highly disappointed. I love history and that in itself was a wonderful experience. However, as someone with health accommodations that require me to have water with me at all times, this posed a problem. I explained to our guide that I needed to have my water on me, to which I was replied to with rudeness and made a spectacle to my entire group. My water bottle was a standard Cirkul water bottle (highly durable plastic with a sealed lid). I felt very ridiculed and almost gave my water up after being continuously argued with, which would have been very dangerous for me. Instead, the guide let me be, but not without a lecture and a glare any time she saw me walking through the museum. I was very disappointed. I love history and the rest of the museum...
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I'm passionate about history. I despised it in primary school, but now, I cannot get enough. When I go to places like Independence Hall, it warms my heart. The people who have taken such time and care to restore and preserve historic sites such as this one deserve great accolade.
This is the site of West Virginia's birth, and they do a great job of telling the story. In addition you will find beautiful antique pieces throughout. This building is beautifully restored.
The museum is FREE. The staff were very friendly, and the gift shop is definitely one of the most affordable.
Travel tip: there is free parking in a small lot next to the building if you...
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