Host your event at mclure hotel in wheeling, west virginia wv. Im always interested in finding books with the local history of places and i particularly like those with cool vintage photos included. Originally built in a circular shape, the hotel contained a watering trough and hitching posts for horses and carriages. Wheeling genealogy in ohio county, wv usa 1,015,348 west virginia 19,826 ohio county 411 wheeling 192. Archiving wheeling telling the stories of wheelings.
When you go on a wheeling trip out of town, it is easy to decide on a chain you are familiar with, or a modern hotel. In 1873 captain mclure took over the ownership of the mclure house from his uncle, who died in 1874 at the age of 91. Search census records 1860, 1870, 1880, 1900, 1910, 1920, 1930, 1940, 1890 veterans. Easy hiking, wild rafting, historic towns, shopping, fine museums, and great college sports. New books available by kim johnson the potomac canal. Wheeling area guide mclure hotel wheeling west virginia. Within these pages memorable snapshots document some famous moments in the history of the 20th century, such as when president eisenhower decided to keep senator nixon on the ticket at the ohio county public airport and sen. Book hotels and other accommodations near heritage port amphitheater, victoria theater, and wheeling artisan center today. Aaa travel information for major cities, national parks and other destinations across north america, mexico and the caribbean. This historic hotel is located in central wheeling, just 2 miles from the wheeling island casino. Springhill suites by marriott wheeling tridelphia area is a 3star hotel featuring free breakfast and an indoor pool, and its a top choice near the casinos. If you have a wheeling ohio county history question, we have several local history specialists on staff.
The property began as a thoroughbred and harness racing facility, though it has obviously expanded tremendously since then. Historic lodging in wheeling wheeling wv history ohio. Topics range from historical ww ii, wheeling s gangster past to current literature last years national book award winner spoke. Wheeling hotels mclure hotel wheeling west virginia. May 08, 2017 two of her awardwinning books, storming heaven and the unquiet earth, explore life in the coalfields of west virginia through the eyes of firstperson narrators, tackling such meaty reallife events as the 1921 battle of blair mountain and the 1972 buffalo creek disaster. In this book, you can see 188 pages in full color of vintage victorian trade cards and learn the history of many wheeling area. The ohio county public library has a great program in its lunch with books series. When you book a room at one of the historical hotels in wheeling, youll experience the past come alive. In 1891, the the 40room hotel was purchased by wheeling brewer anton reymann in 1891 and converted into the home for aged and friendless women, largely populated by immigrant women who had come to work in the united states as domestic servants, working in the homes of the wealthy, and had nowhere to live in their. Mcclure hotel, wheeling, wv triadelphia, west virginia. Oct 20, 2010 the founders of west virginia often gathered there after debating issues of the day at the nearby u. Issuu is a digital publishing platform that makes it simple to publish magazines, catalogs, newspapers, books, and more online.
About mclure hotel mclure hotel wheeling west virginia. Joseph mccarthys famous speech about communists in the state department at wheelings mclure hotel. The mission of the ohio county public library is to provide free and equal access to resources that assist our community in the pursuit of knowledge, information, education, research, and recreation which promotes an enlightened citizenry, encourages lifelong learning, and enriches the quality of life. Two of her awardwinning books, storming heaven and the unquiet earth, explore life in the coalfields of west virginia through the eyes of firstperson. Located almost entirely in ohio county, of which it is the county seat, it lies along the ohio river in the foothills of the appalachian mountains. You may be used to your room having all the amenities. However, the real stars of this book are wheelings own. The property is a unique experience, a true piece of americana. This book depicts the wheeling atmosphere of that time period spoton. Plenty of space and extra special features give this motel a topnotch rating, so reserve a. Ashley sprowlsgatts added a new photo at mcclure hotel, wheeling, wv. Wheeling is a city in ohio and marshall counties in the u.
Popular attractions oglebay park and victoria theater are located nearby. Moreover, it allows you to surround yourself in wheeling s history. Each room at the mclure hotel and suites has cable tv and an private bathroom. We offer three types of apartments that are fully furnished. A native of bluefield and graduate of west virginia wesleyan college, denise giardina grew up in a coal mining community in mcdowell county. Nearly a block long and composed entirely of wood, this playground of the elite offered 84 guest bedrooms, a spacious lobby, numerous elegant dining rooms, sweeping verandas. Wheeling is a town of hidden treasures in art, history, museums, theaters, and sports. Bakers hill inn, hawthorn suites by wyndham bridgeport, and holiday inn express morgantown. Belleview hotel was a summer residence for wealthy wheeling citizens. Jul, 2018 the birthplace of west virginia, west virginia independence hall is now a museum dedicated to the history of statehood and the civil war. Mclures uncle, also named john mclure, had come to wheeling in 1806. This is a very special time in your life and the mclure hotel is available to make your special day a dream come true. Presidents, senators, actresses and actors have stayed at this historic hotel at one point in the hotel s 166 year history.
This particular book covers a city close to my own home. Consider a stay at hawthorn suites by wyndham triadelphia wheeling area, our travelers toprated hotel in triadelphia. Wheeling s stratford springs hotel once upon a time in woodsdale, just off edgwood street, stood a grand hotel. It features free wifi access and serves a daily continental breakfast. When most people think of wheeling they remember independence hall and the birth of west virginia, but wheelings history goes back even further to the frontier legends of lewis wetzel and maj. There are a wide variety of cheap historic hotels in wheeling that cater to everyone, no matter your budget. Mcginnis hotel, 204 collins avenue, pennsboro, ritchie county, wv.
Wheeling islands history as a gambling site stretches back to 1866. Additional records are listed on the county and state pages. The founders of west virginia often gathered there after debating issues of the day at the nearby u. Wheeling, west virginia images of america series by william. Use eventective to find event, meeting, wedding and banquet halls. This is a list of the national register of historic places listings in ohio county, west virginia this is intended to be a complete list of the properties and districts on the national register of historic places in ohio county, west virginia. Kapsch, is a history of americas first attempt to connect the farmlands west of the allegheny mountains with the port cities of the east. I caught the tail end of this story, growingup there in the 1950s, 60s and early 70s. The locations of national register properties and districts for which the latitude and longitude coordinates are included below, may be seen in a. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the big book of west virginia ghost stories big book of ghost stories. Statler, the founder of the statler hotel chain and most famous. New books available west virginia division of culture and. You bring your lunch, they provide soft drinks and a speaker.
The choice for wheeling hotels, the mclure hotel wheeling west virginia hotel provides lodging near the wheeling island casino and downtown wheeling. The wheeling symphony was founded in 1929 and is passionately committed to making live music available to as many people as possible. The big book of west virginia ghost stories big book of ghost stories kindle edition by visionary living, inc download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. At one point, the mclure hotel was the largest hotel in the state with 315 rooms, 65 bathrooms and 50 showers. For bookings made on or after april 6, 2020, be sure to consider the risk of the coronavirus covid19 and associated government measures. Microtel inns wheeling properties are provided below.
West virginia state penitentiary moundsville, west virginia 10. Book top historic hotels in wheeling, west virginia from. Wheeling was originally a settlement in the british colony of virginia and later an important city in the commonwealth of virginia. In 1942, west virginia enacted a law that required students and teachers to salute the american flag and recite the pledge of allegiance. Breakfast at these hotels in west virginia are also highlyrated. Tony paree, a lifelong wheeling resident, has written a book about his extensive collection of wheeling victorian trade cards. The 2000 census showed a resident population of 3,142 people on the island, which has a land area of 1. Wheelings stratford springs hotel archiving wheeling. We recommend booking an option with free cancellation in case your travel plans change. The mclure hotel opened its doors for the first time on the corner of market and monroe now 12th streets in downtown wheeling on march 4, 1852. Choose from lots of historic hotels deals in wheeling and save with expedia. Wheeling historic hotels put you near where all the momentous events in the area occurred, and where the old, vintage buildings stand. Over the years, there have been many changes within the hotel. Custom house, now known as west virginia independence hall.
Whatever your reason for visiting wheeling, make sure you book your stay with travelocity. Enjoy the best things to do in west virginia near our hotels. A conciseyetcomprehensive look at the history of wheeling, wv exactly what one might want from a brief history. Triadelphia might not have wellknown attractions within the city, but you wont need to venture far to find top places to visit like oglebay park. Less than a mile from the wheeling island casino, the mclure hotel is conveniently located in downtown wheeling, west virginia. It was definitely a wild and crazy place to come ofage. Joseph mccarthys famous speech about communists in the state department at wheeling s mclure hotel. Archiving wheeling is a collaborative community project of the ohio county public library. The mission of archiving wheeling is to virtually connect local archival collections, providing a webbased community archive to facilitate access, by researchers and the general public, to materials that document the rich history of our region. Look no further than the mclure hotel, an establishment with affordable pricing options.
Wheeling hotel extended stay mclure hotel wheeling west. Wheeling includes photographs of both wetzels cave and. At the hotel, every room is equipped with a closet. Lunch with books at the ohio county public library wheeling. Our hotel offers a wide selection of accommodations and facilities including.
View the menu for mcclure house hotel and restaurants in wheeling, wv. The hotel was remodeled in 1899 and grew to 225 rooms. In this book, you can see 188 pages in full color of vintage victorian trade cards and learn the history of many wheeling area businesses, some of which still exist today. I initially bought this book for my brotherinlaw for his birthday, but after reading through the. Located in downtown wheeling, the threestory structure was built to be the federal custom house for the western district of virginia. The big book of west virginia ghost stories, broken up by the eight geographic locations designated by the wv department of commerce, is a riveting read and a musthave for anyone interested in the folklore, traditions, and paranormal abundance that the wild and wonderful state of west virginia provides. Constructed in 1851 and opened in 1852, the mclure hotel has been a mainstay of the city of wheeling and has been the scene of several events that shaped this great country. Wheeling hotel photo gallery mclure hotel wheeling west.
The librarys history and archives team examined historic photographs of local floods, disasters and businesses for the wheeling 250 program at lunch with books. Once considered one of the most violent prisons in the us people believe that this prisons violent past has left an indelible mark on the building. Hotels near capitol theatre, wheeling on tripadvisor. This wheeling, wv hotel offers all that the business and leisure traveler is seeking. And right across the fish market was the paradox bookstore. The big book of west virginia ghost stories big book of.
Easily share your publications and get them in front of issuus. National register of historic places listings in ohio. Historic photographs, postcards and other images, books, journals, letters, maps, prints, pamphlets, brochures, advertising ephemera and the like related to the history of wheeling are housed in archival collections all over the upper ohio valley region. The west virginia archives and history web site offers detailed information on the states history, outlines the documents available in the state archives, and provides assistance in conducting genealogical research. Simply book an excursion to enjoy your stay a little more. The property has a 24hour front desk, room service and luggage storage for guests. We specialize in creating beautiful wedding receptions and rehearsal dinners for the special day.
The highlands wheeling wv the official web site of the. It lies within the city of wheeling in ohio county, west virginia, in the united states. Located minutes away from the wesbanco arena, wheeling island racetrack, the highlands, ohio valley mall, jamboree in the hills, we provide a central location for your. Book your hotel in triadelphia and pay later with expedia. This page primarily lists records kept at the city level. Featuring a fitness center, the 2star hotel has airconditioned rooms with free wifi, each with a private bathroom.
Ocpl appreciates the generosity and thoughtfulness of its many patrons in donating books, historical materials, and other library materials. Jan, 2016 wheeling s stratford springs hotel once upon a time in woodsdale, just off edgwood street, stood a grand hotel. Impeccably researched and written with a subtle, wry sense of humor. Triadelphia is a familyfriendly place known for its restaurants. Find your ideal accommodation from hundreds of great deals and save with.
Lunch with books at the ohio county public library. Wheeling, west virginia tony paree, a lifelong wheeling resident, has written a book about his extensive collection of wheeling victorian trade cards. Dec 03, 2003 within these pages memorable snapshots document some famous moments in the history of the 20th century, such as when president eisenhower decided to keep senator nixon on the ticket at the ohio county public airport and sen. October 8, 2016 triadelphia, wv ashley sprowlsgatts added a new photo with larry gatts at mcclure hotel, wheeling, wv. The three of us had taken a road trip to see our cousin evelyn and she told us about the fish market downtown. Cathedral of saint joseph and scottish rite cathedral are local landmarks, and the areas natural beauty can be seen at oglebay park and memorial park. But sometimes choosing to stay in a more unique location can enrich your trip. History of 20th century corruption and semi organized crime in my home town of wheeling, west virginia. Learn more about the most popular travel destinations. Mclure house hotel ohio county wv wheeling wv history.
Wheeling is known for its historical sites, entertainment choices, and theater scene. Search for cheap and discount microtel inns hotel rates in wheeling, wv for your business gathering or personal travels. It is the oldest cultural organization in west virginia and a vibrant entrepreneurial organization at the forefront of education and outreach. If you dont book a flexible rate, you may not be entitled to a refund. His most recent books are the sylvia hotel poems and the novel walt whitmans secret, both published in 2010. Find 5 listings related to barnes and noble in wheeling on. Many famous persons have visited the mclure, among them jenny lind, sara bernhardt, and jay rockefeller. Wheeling island is the most populated island in the ohio river. With great amenities and rooms for every budget, compare and book your wheeling hotel today.
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