250th Anniversary Lecture Series - Speaker: Doran Carr

Speaker: Doran Carr, 18th Century Trade Goods This lecture will focus on the material culture of Colonial America during the French and Indian and Revolutionary Wars with many original trade goods to view and study.   Free and open to the public, this program will b......More

Speaker: Doran Carr, 18th Century Trade Goods This lecture will focus on the material culture of Colonial America during the French and Indian and Revolutionary Wars with many original trade goods to view and study.   Free and open to the public, this program will begin at 2 pm on Sunday, June 1, 2025. 

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Appalachian Blacksmith Association Hammer-In

Come out and watch some of the best blacksmiths in North Central West Virginia apply their skills. There will be demonstrations throughout the day on many aspects of traditional and modern blacksmithing. Regular admission applies.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Father's Day

Half off admission for all fathers.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Free Outdoor Concert: Nikki Talley

Come out and enjoy an evening of entertainment with the little lady from Ashville, North Carolina, Nikki Talley. Nikki is an energetic mountain girl with big vocals and raw gritty lyrics, with a voice that harkens back to her Appalachian roots. Pricketts Fort State Park......More

Come out and enjoy an evening of entertainment with the little lady from Ashville, North Carolina, Nikki Talley. Nikki is an energetic mountain girl with big vocals and raw gritty lyrics, with a voice that harkens back to her Appalachian roots. Pricketts Fort State Park Amphitheater. Free and open to the public.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Colonial Kids Day

One of our most popular programs, this day focuses on 18th century life through a child's eyes. Bring the kids to the fort to experience a full day of fun and educational activities. Activities will include daily chores in the fort, life in the militia, colonial childre......More

One of our most popular programs, this day focuses on 18th century life through a child's eyes. Bring the kids to the fort to experience a full day of fun and educational activities. Activities will include daily chores in the fort, life in the militia, colonial children's games, and a craft. Child must be accompanied by an adult. Regular admission applies.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Free Outdoor Concert: Brass, Rhythm and Sax Orchestra

The Brass, Rhythm and Sax Orchestra was formed in 2018 with musicians from north central West Virginia playing that big band sound from the 1930s through the 1970s. The band is comprised of former band directors and music majors. Pricketts Fort State Park Amphitheater. ......More

The Brass, Rhythm and Sax Orchestra was formed in 2018 with musicians from north central West Virginia playing that big band sound from the 1930s through the 1970s. The band is comprised of former band directors and music majors. Pricketts Fort State Park Amphitheater. Free and open to the public.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Independence Day Celebration

Reading of the Declaration of Independence, 12 noon Come out and hear the reading of one of the greatest documents ever written, second only to the United States Constitution. Regular admission applies. Half price admission for all US Veterans and active military.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Colonial Kids Day

One of our most popular programs, this day focuses on 18th century life through a child's eyes. Bring the kids to the fort to experience a full day of fun and educational activities. Activities will include daily chores in the fort, life in the militia, colonial childre......More

One of our most popular programs, this day focuses on 18th century life through a child's eyes. Bring the kids to the fort to experience a full day of fun and educational activities. Activities will include daily chores in the fort, life in the militia, colonial children's games, and a craft. Child must be accompanied by an adult. Regular admission applies.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Introduction to Spinning for Adults

How would you like to try your hand at spinning wool? Participants will receive one hour of personal one-on-one instruction from one of our skilled interpreters. One-hour sessions are $20 per person and participants must be age 16 and older. One person per session. Admi......More

How would you like to try your hand at spinning wool? Participants will receive one hour of personal one-on-one instruction from one of our skilled interpreters. One-hour sessions are $20 per person and participants must be age 16 and older. One person per session. Admission to the fort is included. Please register by contacting the Foundation Office at (304) 363-3030 to set up a date and time. Spaces fill up fast, so make sure to register early.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Free Outdoor Concert: The Possum Hollar Band

Come join us as we welcome the Possum Hollar String Band.  The band formed in 2017 with members from the Fairmont and Morgantown area, playing traditional and modern Bluegrass from stars like Bill Monroe, The Stanley Brothers, Doyle Lawson, and many more. Free and open ......More

Come join us as we welcome the Possum Hollar String Band.  The band formed in 2017 with members from the Fairmont and Morgantown area, playing traditional and modern Bluegrass from stars like Bill Monroe, The Stanley Brothers, Doyle Lawson, and many more. Free and open to the public. Pricketts Fort State Park Amphitheater.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Hearth Cooking Demonstration

Come out and tour the fort and smell the food cooking over an open hearth, the way food was prepared during the colonial period of our history. Recipes will be available upon request. Regular admission applies.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Introduction to Weaving for Adults

How would you like to try your hand at weaving on a tape loom? Participants will receive one hour of personal one-on-one instruction from one of our skilled interpreters. One-hour sessions are $20 per person and participants must be age 16 and older. One person per sess......More

How would you like to try your hand at weaving on a tape loom? Participants will receive one hour of personal one-on-one instruction from one of our skilled interpreters. One-hour sessions are $20 per person and participants must be age 16 and older. One person per session. Admission to the fort is included. Please register by contacting the Foundation Office at (304) 363-3030 to set up a date and time. Space fills up fast, so make sure to register early.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Free Outdoor Concert: Top Shelf Band

Come out and help us welcome the band Top Shelf.  Top Shelf has been entertaining North Central West Virginia for many years.  Known for playing music from the 60s through the 80s, Top Shelf will have you singing along to all of your favorite tunes.  From the Temptation......More

Come out and help us welcome the band Top Shelf.  Top Shelf has been entertaining North Central West Virginia for many years.  Known for playing music from the 60s through the 80s, Top Shelf will have you singing along to all of your favorite tunes.  From the Temptations to Def Leppard, there's something for everyone.  Free and open to the public. Pricketts Fort State Park Amphitheater.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

250th Anniversary Lecture Series - Speaker: Nathan Kobuck

Speaker: Nathan Kobuck, 18th Century Hunting This lecture will focus on various hunting and trapping techniques of the 18th and early 19th centuries.  It will also touch on the Longhunter culture, as well as market hunters, ect...  Free and open to the public, this ......More

Speaker: Nathan Kobuck, 18th Century Hunting This lecture will focus on various hunting and trapping techniques of the 18th and early 19th centuries.  It will also touch on the Longhunter culture, as well as market hunters, ect...  Free and open to the public, this program will begin at 2 pm on Sunday, July 20, 2025. 

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA