Charleston, West Virginia

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HOW TO USE YOUR OFFICIAL CHARLESTON VISITORS GUIDE Find your way
Each area of Charleston has a wayfinding color and symbol. Throughout
the guide these colors and symbols will help you in locating each 4 / 2009 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
advertiser and listing. For further assistance in locating a business or
location, maps are provided on pages 16, 18 & 19.
16 / CHARLESTON & VICINITY MAP
The Charleston Convention & Visitors Bureau wishes to thank the following for
allowing us the use of their photographic images: Charleston Civic Center, The Clay
Center for the Arts & Sciences - WV, FestivALL,Tri-State Racetrack and Gaming 18 / SOUTH CHARLESTON MAP
Center and West Virginia Division of Tourism.

Feature stories written by Kerri Keefer. 19 / DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON MAP
Cover photography by Rick Lee.
20 / ATTRACTIONS, RECREATION &
The Official Charleston Visitors Guide is a publication of the Charleston
Convention & Visitors Bureau, 200 Civic Center Drive, Charleston, WV 25301; SHOPPING GUIDE
800-733-5469 toll free, 304-344-5075 local.

Published by The Manahan Group, 222 Capitol Street, Suite 400, Charleston, WV 32 / DINING & NIGHTLIFE GUIDE
25301; 304-343-2800. George Manahan, Publisher; Amanda Wilson,
Editor- in- Chief; Kerri Keefer, Managing Editor and Advertising Manager;
Abbey Fiorelli, Art Director. 40 / ACCOMMODATIONS GUIDE
All rights reserved; reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without the
written permission of the publisher. ©2009 48 / VISITOR SERVICES

A M E S S A G E F R O M M AY O R D A N N Y J O N E S

WELCOME
TO CHARLESTON
Mayor Danny Jones
at the Cultural Center
Photo by Rick Lee

As Mayor of West Virginia's capital city, as FestivALL Charleston in June, the project to our riverfront park, and plans
I thank you for your interest in learning Charleston Rod Run & Doo Wop in are underway to transform an abandoned
more about all that our community has to October and Live on the Levee free railroad trestle into a hiking and biking
offer. When Charleston hosted the concerts on Friday nights during the bridge across the Kanawha River.
World's Strongest Man competition in summer. Many others invest their time,
September 2008, people from all over the talents and energies on other events that For people with a passion for shopping or
world discovered our city and expressed continue to attract people, such as fine dining, special places like the
their enthusiasm and appreciation for the Multifest in August, the Smoke on the Charleston Town Center Mall, Capitol
fun and friendliness they found here. As Water Chili Cookoff in June, the Green Market, Bridge Road Shops and
you read through this Visitors Guide, I Chili Shootout in March, the Christmas downtown village district offer both
hope you will discover what many people Parade, Good Night concerts on New shopping and dining among national
in Charleston also know about this place: Year’s Eve and others. chains and locally owned shops and
ours is a vibrant city with friendly people, restaurants.
varied activities and enticing amenities Charleston features several venues where
In the pages of this Visitors Guide, you
that attract people to live, visit, work and people gather for sports, recreation and
will learn more about the special events
play here. good times, including Appalachian Power
and places that make Charleston a great
Park, Laidley Field at University of
place to be for a weekend visit, longer
I am blessed to be the Mayor of my Charleston Stadium, the Charleston Civic
vacation or even a lifetime.
hometown, and our city is blessed because Center, Kanawha State Forest, Coonskin
so many people follow their passions to Park, Clay Center, WV Cultural Center & I hope to see you in our city very soon!
make this a better place to be in so many State Museum, Magic Island and Haddad
ways. Many volunteers have worked to Riverfront Park. In the coming months
develop relatively new special events, such you will witness a major improvement

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charleston
ANNUAL EVENTS 2009
MAY JUNE JUNE 19 - 28: FESTIVALL
The fifth annual celebration of the arts
MAY 22 - 24: VANDALIA GATHERING JUNE 7: SYMPHONY SUNDAY showcasing performances and visual arts
by national, regional and local talents. Events
The 33rd annual Vandalia Gathering is a FREE A full day of family fun, food, and music on
are held throughout the city.
celebration of the arts, music, dance, stories, the beautiful riverbank lawn of the University
304-348-8174
crafts and food of West Virginia.The Cultural of Charleston.The day culminates in a free
www.festivallcharleston.com
Center and State Capitol Complex grounds 8pm WV Symphony Orchestra concert
will play host to this expanding family-style followed by fireworks.
gathering on Memorial Day Weekend, 304-561-3500
May 22 - 24, 2009. Ethnic and cultural www.wvsymphony.org
heritage combine to create an atmosphere
as comfortable as a family reunion with the
excitement of a state fair.
304-558-0162
www.wvculture.org/vandalia

FESTIVALL CHARLESTON

A City Becomes a Work of Art
June 19-28
Ten days of art and entertainment including
Booker T & the MG’s in The Mayor’s Concert,
Buddy Guy on Mountain Stage, Janiva Magness at
Blues, Brews & BBQ, Wine & All That Jazz featuring
Terence Blanchard, The Charleston Light Opera
Guild presenting “Curtains”, The Capitol Street
Art Fair, Ann Magnuson in “Back Home Again
(Dreaming of Charleston)”, Smoke on the Water
Chili Cook-Off, Library Street Fair, Wiener Dog
Races and 100 hours of free music and family
entertainment.
For more information and a complete schedule,
log on to www.festivallcharleston.com.


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JUNE 20: SMOKE ON THE WATER
CHILI COOK-OFF
Tempt your taste buds at this spicy event with
80 -100 different chilis to sample. Music, arts
and crafts fair and a hot pepper eating contest
help make this a day to savor. The event will
be held at Haddad Riverfront Park. Proceeds
go to HospiceCare.
304-345-7653
www.smokeonthewater.org

JUNE 26: BLUES, BREWS, & BBQ
The best in blues music, along with cold beer
A GREAT PLACE FOR GROUPS
and hot BBQ. A fun event held on the
beautiful banks of the University of
Charleston campus. Part of FestivALL with Bring your group to FestivALL June 19 - 28! FestivALL has become the center
proceeds benefitting Fund for the Arts. of excitement in Charleston and offers a perfect group setting. Events are
304-345-0775
www.festivallcharleston.com family-friendly and occur at venues throughout the city.There are fun activities
for all age groups. Highlights include Smoke on the Water Chili Cook-off,
Blues, Brews & BBQ,Wine & All That Jazz, the Capitol Street Art Fair and so
JUNE 27:WINE AND ALL THAT JAZZ much more.The event truly offers something for everyone.
Sample wines from an array of West Virginia
vineyards, and enjoy an entire day of live jazz
by some of the finest local and nationally To find out how to bring your group to Charleston, call the Charleston
known jazz musicians. Enjoy the river breeze Convention & Visitors Bureau's Ashlee Burgess at 1-800-733-5469.
on the beautiful banks of the University of
Charleston campus. Part of FestivALL.
304-345-0775

AUGUST
JULY AUGUST 7 - 9: MULTIFEST WEST VIRGINIA
The 20th Anniversary Multifest showcases BOOK FESTIVAL
JULY 3 - 5: 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION West Virginia's diversity in food, music, dance
The three-day festivities center around and other cultural activities. Events take place
Haddad Riverfront Park. Families can enjoy at the State Capitol Complex.
food, concerts and fireworks. 304-347-7663
304-348-8174 www.multifestwv.com
www.cityofcharleston.org

JULY 30 - AUGUST 2: RIBFEST 2009 OCTOBER
The 11th annual event includes world class,
award-winning BBQ ribs and chicken from OCTOBER 1 - 4: CHARLESTON
vendors across the United States. Enjoy BOULEVARD ROD RUN AND
nightly concerts featuring nationally-known Book lovers of all ages will enjoy the
entertainers, arts and crafts, rides and DOO WOP FESTIVAL ninth annual West Virginia Book Festival,
attractions for the whole family. Held along The fourth edition of this four-day car show with programs, authors, vendors,
Kanawha Boulevard in the lot beside Shoney’s includes poker runs, free doo wop concerts, poets, storytellers, exhibits, children’s
in Downtown Charleston. river cruises, tours, auto parts vendors, raffles, activities and a used book sale.
304-984-2412 fireworks and more. October 10 and 11.
www.charlestonwvribfest.com 1-800-733-5469 Admission is free.
www.charlestonwvcarshow.com

A GREAT PLACE
OCTOBER 10 - 11: WEST VIRGINIA
FOR FUN BOOK FESTIVAL
There is always something going on The ninth annual two-day festival features
in Charleston! To search for book signings, workshops, special programs, Charleston Civic Center
more events go to our website, children's activities and a used book sale. www.wvbookfestival.org
www.charlestonwv.com. 304-343-4646 304.343.4646
www.wvbookfestival.org

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A GREAT PLACE
FOR GROUPS
Looking for an accessible,
affordable, safe and
family-friendly meeting site?
Charleston is the per fect
destination.

Visitors will find a variety of historic, scenic • Downtown hotels are within walking The Charleston Convention & Visitors
and entertaining attractions, which sets an distance of the Charleston Civic Center, Bureau offers meeting and convention
appealing stage for a convention or meeting. the Charleston Town Center Mall, and planners the following services:
Charleston is an attractive, convenient, lots of activities.
memorable and productive conference • Pre-convention planning & counseling
destination. The city offers a unique • Charleston is located at the intersection of
conference setting—the first-class meeting three interstates: I-64, I-77, and I-79. • Guidance and assistance from early
facilities of a cosmopolitan city with planning stages to the end of the
the comfort of West Virginia tradition • The city has more than 4,000 sleeping convention
and hospitality. rooms.
• Impartial liaison services between
Charleston's Downtown area boasts seven • Hospitality and a warm welcome await meeting planner, city facilities and
hotels, the Charleston Civic Center, more all groups. convention-related services
than 30 delicious restaurants, and the
Charleston Town Center Mall, one of the • Meeting with your planning committee to
largest urban shopping malls east of the MEETINGS AND CONVENTIONS answer questions or offer suggestions
Mississippi, and it’s all within walking ARE OUR BUSINESS
distance. Here are more reasons Charleston The Charleston Convention & Visitors • Entertainment & leisure activity planning
is a great place for meetings: Bureau wants to make your meeting or
convention a success. We can be as • Assistance with pre-meeting or
• Yeager Airport is a quick 8-minute drive hands-on as you need. Let our staff show post-meeting leisure activities
from downtown. you what a wonderful welcome truly is.


• Arranging spouse activities or special
functions during conference

• Publicity & marketing
CHARLESTON MEETING SITES

• Preparing and distributing news releases Charleston Civic Center / 304-345-1500
prior to convention Capitol Conference Center / 304-344-2246

• Alerting media to arrival of convention West Virginia State University Capitol Center / 304-342-6522
and requesting on-site coverage Charleston House Holiday Inn / 304-344-4092

• Providing lists of local radio, television Charleston Marriott Town Center / 800-228-9290
and print media to aid in securing Embassy Suites / 304-347-8700
publicity
Holiday Inn Express - Civic Center / 304-345-0600
• Promotional materials Municipal Auditorium / 304-348-8000

• Providing brochures on area The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences / 304-561-3570
attractions, events, hotels and The Summit Conference Center / 888-224-0515
restaurants

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• Loaning videos and photos of
Charleston and West Virginia to help
build convention attendance

• Registration assistance, such as
outsourcing registration requests to
local temporary agencies

• Providing letters of welcome for your
attendees from city officials

• Finding speakers to extend a brief
welcome to your delegation

MEETING SITES FOR ALL SIZES
One of the best things about doing
business in Charleston is that major
downtown hotels and meeting facilities are
located within walking distance of each
other and many dining and entertainment
options. With so many accommodations
and meeting spaces close by, Charleston
can host major conventions that require
multiple activities or seminars.

The largest meeting facility, with over
130,000 square feet of space, is the
Charleston Civic Center, which is located
in the heart of downtown and offers
plenty of conference-style rooms or
executive parlors, plus parking facilities,
catering services, audio-visual and décor
assistance. The Charleston Civic Center is
across the street from the Charleston
Town Center Mall, within a block of
four major hotels and many restaurants.

For smaller groups, Downtown Charleston
offers several more intimate sites. Capitol
Conference Center is located right off
historic Capitol Street. The facility offers
three distinct spaces with over 3,000 sq.
feet of total space. Not far from Capitol

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Street is the West Virginia State University spaces for groups, as well. Located in the accessible. Go to www.charlestonwv.com to
Capitol Center. This facility is within Charleston Civic Center, the Civic Center find out more about all of Charleston's
walking distance of all of Downtown and Little Theatre seats 750. Across the street meeting sites.
offers eight rooms with a total square from the Charleston Town Center Mall, the
footage of 9,800. Municipal Auditorium has seating for 3,500. There are also plenty of businesses that can
The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences help with catering, media services, printing,
Many hotels in the downtown area offer includes the 1,883-seat Maier Foundation copying and other communications needs as
meeting space including the Charleston Performance Hall, a black box theater plus well. The Charleston Convention & Visitors
House Holiday Inn, Charleston Marriott other meeting spaces. Bureau can help you locate the support
Town Center, Embassy Suites, and the you need.
Holiday Inn Express - Civic Center. There are many meeting options outside of
Dowtown Charleston offers several theater Downtown Charleston that are very easily

www.charlestonwv.com
Everything you need online:

• Calendar of Events - The calendar is easily searchable to find
out what activities are going on around the city during your visit.

• Event & Meeting Facilities Database - This searchable
database offers photos, meeting room specifications, location and
other important information for planning your meeting
or convention.

• Accommodations, Dining, Recreation and Shopping
Databases - These searchable databases make finding what you
are looking for so much easier.

• Request for Proposal - Interested in Charleston as the site for
your next meeting? Fill out the Request for Proposal form in the
“Meeting Planners” section to let us know what you are looking
for in a site.

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A GREAT PLACE
FOR SHOPPING
& DINING
Small town hospitality and
cosmopolitan amenities.

EVERYONE NEEDS A LITTLE experience one-of-a-kind fine Italian cuisine
RETAIL THERAPY at Soho's.
Charleston’s shopping opportunities begin
Downtown. The Charleston Town Center Right up the hill from Downtown
Mall, one of the largest urban malls in the Charleston, you'll find the Bridge Road
East, is right in the middle of everything. It Shops. The area offers unique shops with
is located across the street from the art, food, clothing, toys and jewelry. Bridge
Charleston Civic Center, hotels, and Road also offers unique dining experiences
FEED YOUR SOUL
restaurants and within walking distance of at Lola's, which offers imaginative pizzas
It may come as a surprise, but dining in
other Downtown Charleston destinations. and salads, or at the Bridge Road Bistro,
Charleston can truly be an international
The three floors of the Charleston Town which offers fine dining in a casual
experience. Asian (including Japanese,
Center Mall offer over 130 specialty stores, environment.
Chinese, and Thai), French, Indian,
three department stores, five restaurants and
Italian, Mexican, Middle Eastern and
a food court. From fashion to toys and home goods to
American foods can be found in Charleston.
outdoor equipment, you can find just about
Many of these dining options are unique
Downtown Charleston also offers locally anything at the outdoor shopping centers
and locally owned.
owned stores such as Galperin Jewelry, and restaurants along U.S. 119’s Southridge
Delfine’s, Merrill Photo, Taylor Books, Centre, Shops at Trace Fork or Dudley
Right along Capitol Street in the heart of
several local art galleries and one-of-a-kind Farms Plaza. Other shopping destinations
Downtown, you’ll find locally owned
stores like The Purple Moon and Ivor's. include the Kanawha Mall and South
Ichiban, featuring delicious sushi and
Charleston's Riverwalk Plaza.
Pan-Asian cuisine. You can also find sushi
Right on the edge of Downtown, you'll find
Downtown at Kaifu Japanese Cuisine &
Capitol Market, an open-air market with Find antiques and other treasures at the
Sushi Bar, and Sushi Atlantic. Other
fresh produce and fragrant flowers in the South Charleston Antique Mall, which has
restaurants offering unique Asian dining
spring and summer, pumpkins for more than 70 dealers, or at the Capitol
found outside of Downtown include Taste of
Halloween and live Christmas trees in the Flea Market.
Asia, Thai House Restaurant and Main Tin.
winter. Inside you can browse for West
Right down the street from Ichiban, you’ll
Virginia specialty products, books, coffee, See our shopping guide on pages 30 & 31
find Café de Paris, offering fine French
West Virginia-made chocolate, fresh for more information.
cuisine in a casual environment.
seafood, wine and cheese. You can also


One block away from the international flair Other unique experiences can be found in right up in your boat.
of Capitol Street you’ll find Sahara the fine dining at Laury’s, delicious
Restaurant, which offers Italian, American homemade ice cream at Ellen's Homemade If you’re looking for entertainment along
and Middle Eastern dining and Sitar of Ice Cream, organic options at Bluegrass with your delicious meal, you can play table
India, which serves authentic Indian cuisine. Kitchen, chocolate at Holl’s or Capitol games and slot machines or watch live
Roasters and coffee at Taylor Books. greyhound racing and much more at
For unique and hearty Italian food, check Tri-State Racetrack & Gaming Center. After
out Joe Fazio’s, a Charleston landmark with Most Charleston residents will tell you to you've gambled up an appetite, enjoy
great Italian and some of the best steaks dine at Blossom Deli for one of the most authentic cuisine at the French Quarter
in town, Soho’s at Capitol Market, or unique dining experiences in the city. Lounge, classic First Turn Restaurant and
Leonoro’s Spaghetti House. During lunchtime, you’ll enjoy an convenient Café Orleans.
old-fashioned diner experience with some
Charleston and the surrounding area offer of the best milkshakes in town. At
Mexican dining options like Rio Grande, dinnertime the deli is transformed with
La Carreta, Cozumel, Casa Garcia and white tablecloths and more into an upscale
Los Agaves. elegant restaurant. It’s an experience you’ll
A TASTE FOR MORE?
never forget. Check the dining guide on pages 32 - 39
The Charleston Town Center Mall offers five to find out all about Charleston’s
full-service restaurants including Chili’s Bar & If outdoor dining is what you crave, check delicious culinary choices or go to
www.charlestonwv.com and click the
Grill, Outback Steakhouse, Half Time Sports out Huck Finn's and The Barge Restaurant
dining link to search the dining database.
Bar and Grill, Bennigan’s, seafood at Tidewater & Grill. At both restaurants located on the
Grill and fine dining at The Chop House. Kanawha River, you are welcome to drive

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A GREAT PLACE
FOR FUN
From whitewater rafting to
strolling the brick sidewalks in
the downtown village district,
Charleston has fun for the
whole family.

OUTDOOR FUN Big Bend Golf Course, par-69 Sandy Brae, participating galleries which offer new
Charleston is the gateway to all of and the 9-hole course at Cato Park. displays for each event. For more
West Virginia. Not many cities can offer information and dates, visit
skiing, whitewater rafting, ATV trails, During the summer months, Appalachian www.charlestonartwalk.com.
rock climbing, mountain biking, Power Park is truly the place to be. The park
canoeing, kayaking, hiking, geocaching, is home to Charleston’s minor league Get the adrenaline rush you’re looking for at
golf and so much more, all within a baseball team, The West Virginia Power. the new Treetops Canopy & Zipline Tour.
manageable distance. Games offer fun for the entire family. Kids Take in the breathtaking views from a series
can enjoy the Fun Zone and the Power’s five of platforms, sky-bridges and ten ziplines.
Kanawha State Forest offers extreme mascots, Axe, Charlie, Gusty, Hydro and For more information, see page 27.
mountain biking and hiking adventures Pyro. Thursday night home games are Buck
along with geocaching excursions. Nights, where small fountain drinks, hot In the winter months, you can enjoy the
Charleston’s Coonskin Park is a short dogs, and general admission tickets are each excitement of the slopes with only a one
10-minute drive from downtown. The park $1. Friday and Saturday night games offer hour and 15 minute drive to Winterplace
offers mountain biking and hiking trails, fireworks after the game. Ski Resort. Other ski resorts including,
a soccer field, playgrounds, a par-55 golf Canaan Valley, Snowshoe and Timberline
course, swimming pool and much more to The third Thursday of each month offers a are within a few hours drive of Charleston.
suit your outdoor needs. chance for exercise while taking in the arts See page 24-27 for more details.
with the Charleston Art Walk. Take a stroll
You can test your golf prowess at other along the brick sidewalks of downtown and Whitewater rafting is another draw for
courses close to Charleston including the find out more about the arts scene in adventure-seekers. Charleston is an easy
semi-private par-72 Scarlet Oaks, the par-71 Charleston. From 5 pm to 8 pm, visit drive from world-class whitewater rafting on


the New and Gauley rivers. There are
multiple companies you can contact for your
adventure and some also offer rock
climbing, kayaking and horseback riding. SEASONS OF ADVENTURE
To find out more, check out pages 24 - 27.

SPRING - MOUNTAIN BIKING & HIKING
ATV trails can be found about 20 miles
Kanawha State Forest / www.kanawhastateforest.com / 304-558-3500
outside of Charleston along the Little Coal
River Trail. This is just one of six systems Coonskin Park / www.kcprc.com/coonskin_park.htm / 304-341-8000
making up the Hatfield-McCoy Trail
system, which runs through several SUMMER - ZIPLINE
West Virginia counties. TreeTops Canopy & Zipline Tour / www.treetopscanopytours.com
800-252-7784
Take a scenic drive along the Midland Trail
National Scenic Byway (U.S. Route 60),
FALL - ICE SKATING
which passes through 41 Southern West
South Charleston Memorial Ice Arena / 304-744-4ICE (4423)
Virginia towns and communities. There are
local attractions along the way including the
Malden historic district, where Booker T. WINTER - SKIING
Washington once lived. Winterplace Ski Resort / www.winterplace.com / 800-607-SNOW (7669)

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FESTIVALS AND ANNUAL EVENTS
Late June has become one of the most
exciting times for locals and visitors alike,
with the 10-day arts extravaganza,
FestivALL Charleston. FestivALL cele-
brates local, regional and national artists
in music, theater, dance and visual art.
The 2009 edition of FestivALL marks
its fifth anniversary and will run from
June 19 - 28. Events include Blues, Brews
and BBQ , Wine & All That Jazz, and the
Smoke on the Water Chili Cook-off. To
see a full schedule of events, go to
www.festivallcharleston.com.

March offers a chili cook-off, with a bit of
a twist. The Capitol Market Green Chili
Shoot-Out, held on the Saturday closest to
St. Patrick's Day, offers the best green chili
around. Quench your thirst with green
beer, enjoy live music and taste some
delicious homemade cornbread. Friday
night is Fiesta Verde, the party leading up
to the Green Chili Shoot-Out.

INDOOR FUN
Tri-State Racetrack & Gaming Center
brings the bright lights, excitement and
cuisine of the Big Easy to West Virginia.
Experience live greyhound racing,
simulcast horse and greyhound racing,
slots, live entertainment and table games.
If you work up an appetite, you can
satisfy your hunger at the facility’s two
restaurants or café.

The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences
is a multi-venue facility in the heart of
Charleston. The 240,000-square-foot
facility contains the Maier Foundation
Performance Hall, a black box theater,
two floors of interactive science exhibits,
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art museum, planetarium and giant-
screen film theater, gift shop and café all
under one roof. The Clay Center is also
home to the West Virginia Symphony
Orchestra.

Share in some friendly family competition
with games, go-karts and laser tag at the
South Ridge Grand Prix. Hit the lanes
and bowl a strike at Venture Lanes or
Galaxy Lanes. Or show off your ice
skating skills at the South Charleston
Memorial Ice Skating Arena.
Photo by WV Tourism/David Fattaleh

For a look into West Virginia’s rich
history, schedule a tour of the West
Virginia State Capitol and Governor’s
Mansion. While you are there, don’t
forget to visit the newly renovated West
Virginia State Museum, which is located
at the Cultural Center on the grounds of
the Capitol. The Museum reopens to the
public in June 2009.

To find out more about Charleston’s
attractions and recreation, go to pages
20 - 31.

LOOKING FOR MORE?
Charleston has many more great
activities to offer.To see a full list, go to
www.charlestonwv.com and click on
the attractions or recreation button to
search our databases. You can also
choose your hotel and search for dining
options for your stay under the Visitor
Services tab.

From top: Coonskin Park, The New River, Tri-State Racetrack & Gaming Center

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A T T R A CT I O N S , R E C R E A T I O N & S H O P P I N G

A T T R A CT I O N S,
R EC R E AT I O N &
S H O P PIN G

With over 100 listings in the Attractions,
Recreation and Shopping Guide, Charleston and
the surrounding area offer a variety of activities
for the entire family. Fill your stay with all the
excitement that Charleston has to offer!



ATTRACTIONS & CRAIK-PATTON HOUSE MIDLAND TRAIL SCENIC
HIGHWAY ASSOCIATION
ACTIVITIES Historic Early-American house museum
Also known as Route 60, Midland Trail covers
where visitors can tour the house and
grounds and hear stories of its past. about 180 miles through West Virginia with
BECKLEY EXHIBITION COAL MINE 2809 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston numerous towns and attractions along the
Exhibition coal mine, simulated coal camp, gift 304-925-5341 | www.craik-patton.com way, including the Malden historic district
shop, museum and campgrounds. where Booker T. Washington grew up,
NC 513 Ewart Ave., Beckley Hawks Nest State Park, and the charming city
304-256-1747 | www.beckleymine.com of Lewisburg.
EAST END MAIN STREET 237 Capitol St., Charleston
Charleston’s East End is home to the State 1-866-ROUTE 60 | www.midlandtrail.com
Capitol, the city’s baseball stadium, the Clay
BLENKO GLASS Center for the Arts & Sciences as well as a
Blenko has been hand-making glass since growing number of businesses and families.
1893.Visitor center, outlet store, free factory 1116 Smith St., Charleston NEU AESTHETICS
tours, museum. 304-340-4253 | www.eastendmainstreet.com Skincare, permanent make-up, facials
NC 9 Fairgrounds Rd., Milton and more.
877-425-3656 | www.blenkoglass.com 828 Oakwood Rd., Charleston
304-346-1022 | www.neuskincareclinic.com
FENTON GIFT SHOP
Glass factory tours, gift shop, outlet and
CHARLESTON CIVIC CENTER museum. No evening hours Jan. - March.
Providing convention center facilities and NC 420 Caroline Ave.,Williamstown NEW RIVER GORGE BRIDGE
services: 250,000 square feet total, with a 800-319-7793 | www.fentongiftshop.com One of the world's largest single-arch steel
51,000-square-foot exhibit area. span bridges. Can be seen from the New
200 Civic Center Dr., Charleston River Gorge National River visitors’ center.
304-345-1500 NC Lansing
www.charlestonwvciviccenter.com GOVERNOR’S MANSION 304-574-2115 | www.nps.gov/neri
Home of the governor. Reservations required,
tours subject to cancellation at any time.
1716 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston
800-CALL WVA | www.wvculture.org NEW RIVER GORGE NATIONAL RIVER
Trails, river access and camping in a park with
cultural and natural significance.
NC 104 Main St., Glen Jean
CHARLESTON HERITAGE TOWERS
304-465-0508 | www.nps.gov/neri

CIVIC CENTER Tours of the Black Culture and African
Heritage Center. Authentic African artifacts,
educational exhibits. NEW RIVER JET BOATS
612 Virginia St. E., Charleston Located at Hawk’s Nest State Park, New
304-343-3250 River Jetboats provides an incredible
adventure for the whole family! Travel from
the rim of the New River Gorge by Tram, and
jet upstream to take in a breathtaking view of
JERRY ADKINS SALON the famous New River Gorge Bridge.
Full-service salon and day spa. NC Boards at Hawks Nest State Park
NC 730 Nitro Market Pl., Cross Lanes 304-469-2525 | www.newriverjetboats.com
304-776-0350

charlestonwvciviccenter.com OPULENCE SPA
MIDLAND TRAIL NATIONAL Services include facials, peels, body treatments,
Events / Services / Facilities / Contacts
SCENIC BYWAY massages, therapeutic nail treatments,
The road of choice for those who want to nutritional and fitness consultations and laser
leave the interstate behind and see the hair removal. Medical cosmetic procedures
Best of West Virginia as Route 60 winds the to smooth wrinkles are also available with
180-miles across WV’s midsection offering a consultation.
drive filled with fabulous vistas, world-class NorthGate Business Park,
rafting, outdoor fun, art and artisan treasures 600 Tracy Way, Charleston
& pioneer history. 304-345-6772 | www.theospa.com
237 Capitol St., Charleston
1-866-ROUTE 60 | www.midlandtrail.com

Contact: M. Sharon King,
Director of Sales & Marketing,
304-345-1500

Airport Hills Downtown East End Kanawha City South Charleston South Hills South Ridge West Side NC Near Charleston

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SOUTH CHARLESTON WEST VIRGINIA STATE CHARLESTON STAGE COMPANY
INDIAN MOUND CAPITOL COMPLEX Performs high quality and innovative theater
The second-largest Indian burial mound in the The 293-foot gold dome of the West Virginia productions for West Virginia audiences.
state of West Virginia. Capitol adorns the historic building that 123 Summers St., Charleston
Route 60 West (MacCorkle Avenue houses state government. 304-343-5272
S.W.), South Charleston 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston www.charlestonstagecompany.com
800-238-9488 800-CALL WVA | www.wvculture.org

CHILDREN’S THEATRE OF
TAMARACK WEST VIRGINIA VETERANS’ MEMORIAL CHARLESTON, INC
A statewide collection of handmade crafts, A two-story, oval-shaped monument honoring Since 1932 the Children’s Theatre of
art and specialty foods which showcases West Virginians who died defending the U.S. Charleston has educated children about
The Best of West Virginia. in 20th-century conflicts. the theater.
NC One Tamarack Park, I-77, Exit 45, State Capitol Complex, 1900 Kanawha Charleston
Beckley Blvd. E., Charleston 304-346-0164 | www.ctoc.org
888-262-7225 | www.tamarackwv.com 304-558-0230 | www.wvculture.org/history

CLAY CENTER FOR THE ARTS &
TRACIE’S BEAUTY COTTAGE & SCIENCES - WEST VIRGINIA
DAY SPA Discover the world of music, theater, art and
Hair salon, beauty care, massages and wraps. science at the Clay Center.
506 - 50th St. S.E., Charleston
CULTURE AND One Clay Square, 300 Leon Sullivan Way,
304-925-1772 | www.dayspawv.com PERFORMING ARTS Charleston
304-561-3500 | www.theclaycenter.org
APPALACHIAN CHILDREN’S CHORUS
TRI-STATE RACETRACK AND Directors support choristers in striving for
GAMING CENTER the highest level of musical and personal KANAWHA PLAYERS OFFICIAL STATE
Rollin’ Spinnin’ & Hittin’ it Big Mardi Gras Style. excellence. THEATRE OF WEST VIRGINIA
210 Brooks St., Charleston
Enjoy Table games, poker, slots, live Community theater group offering live
304-343-1111 | www.wvacc.org
greyhound racing, simulcast wagering, fine productions from Sept. - May. Visit website
dining and much more! Groups welcome! for current schedule.
NC #1 Greyhound Dr. , Cross Lanes 309 Beauregard St., Charleston
800-224-9683 | www.tristateracetrack.com CHARLESTON BALLET INC., 304-343-7529 | www.kanawhaplayers.org
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF BALLET
This civic troupe has enriched the cultural life
VISIONS DAY SPA of West Virginia, performing traditional and
original ballets. MOUNTAIN STAGE
Salon and day spa; hair, nails, licensed massage A production of West Virginia Public
822 Virginia St. E., Charleston
therapy, makeovers. Broadcasting.
304-342-6541 | www.thecharlestonballet.com
238 Capitol St., Charleston Office location: 600 Capitol St.,
304-345-5620 | visionsdayspawv.com Charleston
888-596-9729 | www.mountainstage.org
CHARLESTON CHAMBER
WEST VIRGINIA ARCHIVES AND MUSIC SOCIETY
HISTORY LIBRARY Classical chamber music concerts.
Charleston
RIVER CITY YOUTH BALLET -
Historical documents and records. ENSEMBLE & SCHOOL
304-344-5389
The Cultural Center, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. A non-profit youth organization whose
www.charlestonchambermusic.org
E., Bldg. 9, Charleston programs are designed to introduce youth to
304-558-0230 | www.wvculture.org dance and the arts.
4110 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston
CHARLESTON LIGHT OPERA GUILD 304-925-3262 | www.rcyb.org
One of West Virginia's premier producers of
WEST VIRGINIA POWER
community musical theater. See website for
Class A Minor League Baseball affiliate of the
current schedule.
Pittsburgh Pirates. WEST VIRGINIA CULTURAL CENTER
411 Tennessee Ave., Charleston
601 Morris St., Ste. 201, Charleston State museum and theatre, State archives and
304-342-9312
304-344-BATS | www.wvpower.com collections and a genealogical library. Provides
www.charlestonlightoperaguild.org
a full year of events and exhibits.
State Capitol Complex, 1900 Kanawha
Blvd. E., Bldg. 9, Charleston
304-558-0162 | www.wvculture.org


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WEST VIRGINIA SYMPHONY SCARLET OAKS OUTDOOR
ORCHESTRA
Performs symphonic and pops concerts,
18-hole course at a semi-private club. ADVENTURES
NC 2 Dairy Rd., Poca
holiday concerts, opera, and also performs 304-755-8079
“Symphony Sunday” the first Sunday in June. A-1 EXTREME EXPEDITIONS
The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences, Voted “West Virginia's Best Rafting Outfitter”
One Clay Sq., Charleston on New and Gauley Rivers. Book online
304-561-3500 | www.wvsymphony.org SHAWNEE GOLF COURSE and save.
Nine-hole course. Fairly flat, well-bunkered NC U.S. Route 19 Hinkle Road East,
course with three water hazards. 3,240 yards Fayetteville
and par-36. 800-463-9873 | www.goextreme.com
NC Route 25, Institute
304-341-8030
BIKING ACE ADVENTURE RESORT
A 1500-acre resort. Whitewater rafting, rock
CHARLESTON BICYCLE CENTER climbing, mountain biking, paintball, kayaking
Sales, repairs, clothing and accessories, closed and caving.
Sun. and Mon. NC Minden Rd., Oak Hill
409 - 53rd St. S.E., Charleston
INDOOR 800-787-3982 | www.aceraft.com
304-925-8348 RECREATION
GALAXY LANES
Offers a family-friendly environment that is
ADVENTURES MOUNTAIN RIVER
Thirty-two years of experience. Packages
smoke and alcohol free.The facility includes
available with rafting, biking, fishing, golf, and
24 lanes, snack bar and full pro shop. Closed
horseback riding.
GOLF Sunday and Monday during the summer
NC Sunday Road, Hico
months. Open daily rest of year. Call for
800-822-1FUN | www.rafttoday.com
summer hours.
BIG BEND GOLF COURSE 6545 MacCorkle Ave., SE, Charleston
Fairly flat 18-hole, par-71 course. 304-925-1156
Tree-lined fairways, no bunkers, some water.
Player-friendly course. APPALACHIAN WILDWATERS
NC 151 Riverview Dr.,Tornado
Whitewater rafting, from gentle to
304-722-0400 SOUTH CHARLESTON MEMORIAL adventurous; mountain biking, rock climbing,
ICE ARENA horseback riding and more.
Public skating, hockey, figure skating and “Learn NC U.S. Route 19, Fayetteville
to Skate program.” Skate rental and pro shop. 800-624-8060 | www.awrafts.com
CATO GOLF COURSE 20 R H L Blvd., South Charleston
Nine-hole course with par-3 and par-4 holes. 304-744-4423
100 Baker Ln., Edgewood Drive and
Baker Lane, Charleston
CLASS VI - MOUNTAIN RIVER
304-348-6859 | www.cityofcharleston.org
“Mild to wild” outdoor adventures, full-service
SOUTH RIDGE GRAND PRIX facility and a veteran staff of professionals.
Family fun center featuring arcade, restaurant, Deluxe cabins.
3 indoor go-kart race tracks, laser tag, and NC P.O. Box 78, Ames Heights Road,
COONSKIN GOLF COURSE 18-hole minature golf course. Lansing
Handicapped-accessible, 18-hole executive 500 South Ridge Blvd., South Charleston 800-252-7784 | www.class-vi.com
course. Par-55; 2,240 yards. 304-720-4386 (4FUN)
2000 Coonskin Dr., Charleston
304-341-8013 | www.kcprc.com
GLADE SPRINGS RESORT & SPA
VENTURE LANES Full service gated resort. Championship golf
Thirty-two lanes of bowling; bar and grill; courses, spa.
SANDY BRAE GOLF COURSE meeting room, video lottery room; open daily. NC 255 Resort Dr., Daniels
18-hole course, par-69.Tee times required NC 6300 MacCorkle Ave., St. Albans 800-634-5233 | www.gladesprings.com
on weekends in the summer through the first 304-768-7307
of November.
NC 9 Weirlong Rd., Amma Exit, I-79 North,
Clendenin
HATFIELD & MCCOY TRAILS
304-965-6800 YMCA OF KANAWHA VALLEY - Six trail systems throughout southern West
CHARLESTON FAMILY YMCA Virginia for ATV, dirt bike and mountain bike
Full-service fitness and aquatic facility. Child riding, plus hiking and horseback riding.
care and adult and youth programs. NC P.O. Box 539, Lyburn
300 Hillcrest Dr. E., Charleston 800-592-2217 | www.trailsheaven.com
304-340-3535 | www.ymcawv.org




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NEW AND GAULEY RIVER USA RAFT DANIEL BOONE PARK
ADVENTURE Half-day whitewater raft trips on the New Picnic tables, boat dock and launch; and
Rafting on the New and Gauley Rivers. and Gauley Rivers. Adventure and family trips. ADA-accessible fishing pier.
NC P.O. Box 44, Lansing NC Rural Route 3, Fayetteville 2800 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston
800-SKY-RAFT | www.gauley.com 800-USA-RAFT | www.usaraft.com 304-348-6860 | www.cityofcharleston.org

NEW RIVER TRAIL RIDES WILDWATER EXPEDITIONS DANNER MEADOW
Hourly and overnight horseback and wagon One-day and multi-day rafting adventures, Walking path, exercise equipment stations,
rides. Winter riding available. climbing and kayaking instruction, packages picnic tables, athletic field and playground.
NC Wonderland Road, Oak Hill and group discount. South Fort Drive and Longwood Road,
888-743-3982 | www.ridewva.com NC Southwest corner of Route 19 and Charleston
Milroy Grose Road, Lansing 304-348-6860 | www.cityofcharleston.org
800-WVA-RAFT | www.wvaraft.com

NORTH AMERICAN RIVER
RUNNERS, INC DUNBAR WINE CELLAR
Many adventures, including whitewater WINTERPLACE SKI RESORT Picnic shelter, fishing, nature walk and
rafting, kayaking, climbing wall and more. Resort featuring winter activities such as archery range.
Call for hours. skiing, snow-boarding and tubing. Call to plan NC Dunbar
NC Route 61, 1/4-mile west of U.S. 19, Hico a summer event. 304-766-0224 | www.cifyofdunbarwv.com
800-950-2585 | www.narr.com NC I-77, Exit 28, Flat Top
800-607-SNOW | www.winterplace.com

HADDAD RIVERFRONT PARK
RIVERMEN WHITEWATER Amphitheater, boat docking and benches
Complete adventure resort with restaurant, along the river.
hiking and biking trails. Downtown along the Kanawha River,
NC P.O. Box 360, Fayetteville Charleston
800-545-RAFT | www.rivermen.com PARKS 304-348-6860 | www.cityofcharleston.org

APPALACHIAN POWER PARK
Home stadium of the West Virginia Power
RIVERS WHITEWATER Minor League Baseball Team. Rental available KANAWHA STATE FOREST
RAFTING RESORT for gatherings. Forty-six campsites, 9,300-acre forest, hiking,
Whitewater rafting outfitter, rock climbing, 601 Morris St., Charleston biking, hunting and fishing. RVs over 26' not
camping and more. 304-344-2287 | www.wvpower.com recommended.
NC P.O. Box 39, Lansing
Route 2, Box 285, Charleston
800-879-7483 | www.riversresort.com
800-CALL WVA
www.kanawhastateforest.com
CATO PARK
Nine-hole golf course, 50-meter swimming
SONGER WHITEWATER pool, walking trail, two soccer fields,
Whitewater rafting tours on the New and playground and picnic shelter. LITTLE CREEK PARK
Gauley Rivers. Horseback riding, rock 200 Baker Ln., Charleston Picnic areas and shelters, basketball and tennis
climbing. Cabins. 304-348-6860 | www.cityofcharleston.org courts. Home of the Soap Box Derby.
NC Route 19 at Miller Ridge Road,
South Charleston
Fayetteville
304-768-1909 | www.southcharlestonwv.org
800-356-7238 | www.songerwhitewater.com
CHARLESTON PARKS & RECREATION
Facilities, parks and programs for citizens and
visitors of the greater Charleston area. MAGIC ISLAND
TREETOPS CANOPY & ZIPLINE TOUR 200 Baker Ln., Charleston Walking path, sand volleyball and benches for
West Virginia’s world-class 304-348-6860 relaxation along the river.
canopy tour! Guided 3-hour www.cityofcharleston.org/recreation.htm Kanawha Boulevard West, Charleston
tour takes you high into the 304-348-6860 | www.cityofcharleston.org
trees and across spectacular
Mill Creek canyon via
a series of platforms, COONSKIN PARK
sky-bridges and ten ziplines. Swimming, golf, tennis, soccer, picnicking, mini- WEST VIRGINIA STATE PARKS
Offered by Class VI - golf, and hiking trails. Amphitheater on site. The 49-state parks offer lodging, camping,
Mountain River. 2000 Coonskin Dr., Charleston conference centers, park programs and events
NC Fayetteville/Lansing 304-341-8000 | www.kcprc.com and a variety of recreational activities.
800-252-7784 Office location: Division of Natural
www.treetopscanopytour.com Resources, Capitol Complex, Charleston
304-558-2764 | www.wvparks.com


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ANTIQUES & CRAFTS THE GALLERY DUDLEY FARMS PLAZA
Products reflect the rich culture of Applebee’s, Arby’s, Burger King, Mattress
West Virginia. Warehouse and Books-a-Million.
CAPITOL FLEA MARKET 2062 Charleston Town Center Mall, Highway 119 and Green Road,
Flea market with over 100 vendors and a Charleston South Charleston
café. Booths offer antiques, jewelry, clothing, 304-342-4268 | www.thebestofwv.com
produce, arts, crafts and more.
24 Meadowbrook Plz., Route 114,
Charleston KANAWHA MALL
304-342-1626 | www.discoverourtown.com GALLERY ELEVEN Convenient one-level shopping with 40 stores
Paintings, sculpture and artwork by and eateries, including Elder-Beerman and
co-op artists and other crafts by West Virginia Gabriel Brothers.
artisans. 163 Kanawha Mall, Charleston
MILTON FLEA MARKET 1033 Quarrier St., Charleston 304-925-4921 | www.discoverourtown.com
Open every Friday from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 304-342-0083 | www.galleryeleven.com
and every Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. -
5 p.m.
NC I-64, Exit 28, Milton THE SHOPS AT TRACE FORK
304-743-1123 HARTMAN STUDIO Marshall’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Target and
Personal Studio of Elisabeth Hartman. Lowe’s, plus several other shops.
Specializing in mixed-media and still-life Highway 119 (Corridor G),
paintings. Open by appointment. South Charleston
SOUTH CHARLESTON ANTIQUE MALL 107 Hale St., Charleston
18,000-square-foot mall with 78 dealers. 304-344-1169
Three floors with everything from primitives
to postcards. SOUTHRIDGE CENTRE
617 D St., South Charleston Stores include Wal-Mart, Sam’s Wholesale
304-744-8975 ROGER LUCAS GALLERY Club, Fashion Bug and more.
www.southcharlestonantiquemall.com More than 20 years in business. Highway 119 (Corridor G),
1031 Quarrier St., Charleston South Charleston
304-344-2787 | www.rogerlucasgallery.net

WINTER FLORAL & ANTIQUES
Large selection of fresh, tropical and silk
flowers, high-style arrangements and funeral
work. Antique furniture. CHARLESTON
120 W.Washington St., Charleston
888-342-1186 MALLS & MARKETS TOWN CENTER
www.winterfloralandantiques.com MALL
BRIDGE ROAD SHOPS
Creative and distinctive shopping. Select
items for home decorating, accessories, gifts
and clothing.
Bridge Road, Charleston
304-342-6972
GALLERIES
ANNEX GALLERY AT TAYLOR BOOKS
Contemporary art and crafts. CAPITOL MARKET, INC
226 Capitol St., Charleston A renovated freight station with a farmer's
304-342-1461 | www.taylorbooks.com market, indoor specialty shops and simple to
gourmet food fare. Charleston Town Center Mall is a
800 Smith St., Charleston premier shopping and dining destination
304-344-1905 | www.capitolmarket.net featuring 130 specialty shops on three
THE ART EMPORIUM levels. Located downtown, Charleston
A unique and artistic atmosphere. Art gallery Town Center Mall is minutes from the
in the upstairs mezzanine. interstate, Charleston Civic Center,
823 Quarrier St., Charleston CHARLESTON TOWN CENTER MALL Yeager Airport and 1,500 hotel rooms.
304-345-2787 | www.artemporium.net The region's premier shopping and dining
destination. 130 specialty stores plus three
department stores.
Lee & Quarrier Streets,
CALLEN MCJUNKIN GALLERY Downtown Charleston,
Specializing in 20th-century and 304-345-9525
contemporary American art. By Quarrier & Lee Streets
www.charlestontowncenter.com Downtown Charleston
appointment only.
The Loft at 219 Hale St., Charleston
304.345.9525
304-342-5647 | www.mcjunkingallery.com
www.charlestontowncenter.com




SPECIALTY SHOPS HOLL’S SWISS CHOCOLATIER SHADES-N-TOWN
AT THE CAPITOL MARKET The area’s biggest sunglasses dealer, locally
Variety of dark, milk and white chocolates owned.T-shirts available.
ADAMS FINE GIFTS & COLLECTIBLES
that are free of preservatives and prepared 3000 Charleston Town Ctr., Ste. K11
Contemporary art and crafts.
from authentic European chocolate-making Charleston
2077 Charleston Town Ctr., Charleston
traditions. 304-343-3506
304-345-7017 | www.adamsfinegifts.com
800 Smith St., Charleston
800-842-4512 | www.holls.com

BABY PHASES SPORT MART SUPERSTORE
One-stop shop for baby furniture, clothing Family-owned independent sporting
IVOR’S ON LEE goods store.
and accessories.
Women’s apparel and jewelry. 1418 MacCorkle Ave. S.W., Charleston
3715 Maccorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston
819 Lee St., Charleston 304-744-1200 | www.wvsportmart.com
304-926-6050 | babyphases.com
304-342-5867

THE MOLE HOLE
BLESSED XPRESS KELLEY’S MENS SHOP, INC. Largest selection of Vera Bradley items.Variety
Restaurant delivery service. Men’s specialty clothing store carrying an of gifts and home décor.
3019 Charleston Town Ctr., Charleston extensive selection of casual and elegant 35 R H L Blvd., Charleston
304-344-8787 menswear for any occasion, as well as 304-925-4060
accessories, ties, shoes, and more to
complement the outfits.
108 Washington St.W., Charleston
CABIN CREEK QUILTS 304-343-9415 THE PEANUT SHOPPE
THROUGH MOUNTAIN ARTISANS Est. in 1950, family-owned. Imported and
Patchwork products: Art quilts, purses, kitchen domestic nuts and a variety of candy.
items and wall hangings. Sold online and at 126 Capitol St., Charleston
Cornucopia. KID COUNTRY TOYS 304-342-9493
912 Bridge Rd., Charleston Largest selection of obsure or specialized toys
304-346-2160 | www.cabincreekquilts.com in the Tri-State area.
Charleston Town Ctr., Charleston
908 Walnut Rd., Charleston THE PURPLE MOON
304-342-TOYS | www.kidcountrytoys.com Offering the best of vintage mid-century
CHARLESTON DEPARTMENT STORE modern furnishings, accessories and art for
Complete, full-service, name-brand, soft-goods your habitat.
clothing, and sportswear company specializing 908 Quarrier St., Charleston
in name brand Big & Tall sportswear. LAMP & SHADE STUDIO 304-345-1023 | www.thepurplemoon.com
1661 Washington St.W., Charleston Studio makes custom lamps, restores and
304-346-6793 | 866-349-7816 repairs lamps and has a varied selection
www.charlestondeptstore.com of shades.
4836 MacCorkle Ave. S.W., THE SQUIRE TOBACCO UNLIMITED
South Charleston Wide selection of cigars: Montecristo, Fuente,
304-766-6300 Romeo Y Julieta, Ashton and Cohiba.
CHILLER’S GIFT SHOP 108 Capitol St., Charleston
Specializes in collectible dolls and accessories. 304-345-0366 | www.thesquirewv.com
Doll nursery/adoption center. Name brand
dolls include Middleton, Adora, Ashton Drake LEE MIDDLETON ORIGINAL DOLLS
and Precious Moments. Established in 1978, Middleton Doll creates
5308 MacCorkle Ave., South Charleston
amazingly lifelike collectible dolls that are
winners of numerous industry awards for THE YANKEE CANDLE COMPANY
304-720-GIFT | www.chillersgiftshopp.com The #1 most-recognized name in the candle
quality and design.
NC 1301 Washington Blvd., Route 618, business and the country's best selling candle
Belpre, Ohio
brand offering a wide range of seasonal and
800-233-7479 | www.leemiddleton.com
specialty scented candles, home fragrance
HOLL’S SWISS CHOCOLATIER products, car fresheners and candle
Choose from an assortment of
accessories.
European-style fresh truffles and confections, 1093 Charleston Town Ctr., Charleston
as well as coffee and fine wine that pair well 304-342-0017 | www.yankeecandle.com
with chocolate. PAW PRINTS DOGGIE CAFÉ
1007 Bridge Rd., Charleston
Handmade, all-natural dog treats. Premium
800-842-4512 | www.holls.com
products are made with the finest restaurant
grade ingredients, free of preservatives, dyes,
chemicals or additives.
Charleston Town Ctr., Charleston
304-344-4470 / 1-866-PAW-PRNT
www.doggiecafe.com


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