Beckley Tourist Attractions

Quote: This underground tour offers a glimpse of mining at the turn of the century. This mine was owned and operated by the Philips brothers from 1890-1910. The town of Beckley acquired ownership in the 50’s and opened… Read More

Quote: This quaint little mountain town is believed to have once been the home of John Henry. At nearby Big Bend Tunnel, the legendary railroad worker beat a steam drill in the early days of industrialization. Peabody,… Read More

Quote: Grandview used to be one of West Virginia’s most popular state parks. Now it is part of the New River Gorge National River system of parks and visitors’ centers where people can learn about the national river.… Read More

Quote: Thurmond was once one the greatest railroad towns along the Chesapeake & Ohio railway. Founded in 1873 by Captain W. Thurmond it became the chief railroad center on the C&O mainline. In 1910 seventy five… Read More

Quote: An annual event held right by the John Henry Monument/Big Bend Tunnel to help the legendary Dancing Outlaw, Jesco White. Jesco is the star of a documentary and was almost featured on the Rosanne Show, (but he was… Read More

Quote: Beckley is the northern anchor of the Coal Heritage Trail, a 100-mile stretch of coal towns reaching south to the Virginia border (follow Sr16 to US52). Mile markers along the way indicate points of interest.… Read More

Quote: I know it may seem gruesome to some of you, but this place really is neat if you're not squeamish or opposed to taxidermy. The museum is a small area off of a gift shop. The shop is well worth a visit, with or… Read More

Quote: This is a small but interesting place. It's a fun diversion, particularly for children. The museum features artifacts and photographs from decades of railroad history. The museum also features folk-art wood… Read More

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