Celebrating West Virginia: Summer Fairs and Festivals

Every year, communities across West Virginia host a variety of fairs and festivals to celebrate the importance of Appalachian culture. From county fairs to unique arts and crafts shows, the Mountain State honors its mixed heritage of music, art and food while commemorating its people’s rich history of hard work and tradition. From the state’s small towns to big cities, visitors and residents alike will discover what makes West Virginia almost heaven.

The New Deal in West Virginia

Roosevelt’s New Deal programs had a lasting impression on the State of West Virginia. The construction and maintenance of roads, bridges, infrastructure and architecture and the creation of state parks and art put many people back to work during the Great Depression. West Virginians can still see evidence of these projects all over the state.