Attractions in Wheeling, West Virginia
Casinos
Wheeling Down Racetrack & Gaming Center 304-232-5050
1 South Stone Street, Wheeling, WV 26003
Enjoy 1,300 slot machines, fine dining overlooking live greyhound racing action, or wager in the off-track betting parlor. Discover paradise in our Island Room featuring... more info map
Historic Homes & Buildings
Old Main at Bethany College 304-829-7285
Main Street, Bethany, WV 26032
National Historic Landmark, is the earliest example of collegiate Gothic in America. Construction began in 1858 using local timber, stone, slate and bricks kilned on... more info mapWest Virginia Independence Hall 304-238-1300
1528 Market Street, Wheeling, WV 26003
The completion of the Wheeling Custom House, headquarters for federal offices for the Western District of Virginia; coincided with the beginning of the Civil War. The... more info map
Historic Sites & Monuments
Grave Creek Mound Historic Site 304-843-4128
801 Jefferson Avenue, Moundsville, WV 26041
Grave Creek Mound is one of the largest Conical mounds constructed during the late Adena Period. Construction took place in successive stages from about 250-150 B.C. more info map
Museums & Galleries
Artworks Around Town 304-233-7540
2200 Market Street, Wheeling, WV 26003
Art gallery featuring regional artists exhibiting fine art and craft media, greeting cards, digital art, and photography. A gallery hop is featured the first Friday of... more info mapKruger Street Toy & Train Museum, The 304-242-8133
144 Kruger Street, Wheeling, WV 26003
Housed in a restored Victorian school, The Kruger Street Toy & Train Museum boasts an impressive collection of tens of thousands toys and trains! An operating train... more info mapMuseums of Oglebay Institute, The 304-242-7272
1330 National Road, Wheeling, WV 26003
The Burton Center
Visit the Mansion Museum, located in the Burton Center of beautiful Oglebay Resort, and enjoy a step into the elegant past. The Mansion and the adjacent Glass Museum... more infoOglebay Institute's Stifel Fine Arts Center 304-242-7700
1330 National Road, Wheeling, WV 26003
Providing opportunities for creative expression and entertainment, The Stifel Center offers artists and visitors a chance to experience the visual and performing arts.... more info mapWomen's History Museum 304-336-7159
108 Walnut Street, West Liberty, WV 26074
A unique museum on wheels! Genuine memorabilia from more than 20 historic women who "made a difference" -- social activists such as Clara Barton, Susan B. Anthony,... more info
Science & Technology
Oglebay Institute's Environmental Center 304-242-6855
Oglebay Park
New and exciting, this environmental education center has something for everyone. Visitors explore nature through interactive displays and technology in a building... more info
Tours & Cruises
Eckhart House Tours 304-232-5439
810 Main Street, Wheeling, WV 26003
Entertaining historic guided tours of up to four grand Victorian homes, three owned by Victorian Wheeling Landmarks Foundation plus Eckhart House. more info map
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