Parkersburg CVB: News

NEW! Winter Safari Tours at The Wilds

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Cheryl Lesko ;(740) 638-5030 ext. 2280 ; ; clesko@thewilds.org CUMBERLAND, Ohio (Oct. 26, 2009) – The winter is a wonderful time to see and experience the Wilds at work. Exclusive Winter Safari Tours have been created for adults and children alike...

Mall's Magical Night of Giving Nov. 8

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Magical Night of Giving Sunday, November 8 6:00 - 10:00 pm Please join the Grand Central Mall for an exclusive night of savings, entertainment and nearly $15,000 in door prizes! Your $5 ticket donation benefits local non-profit organizations and helps to raise nearly $40,000 yearly for the...

Production of Regional Civil War Documentary Begins

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500

PARKERSBURG, WV (October 14, 2009) – The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau announced the production of a special Mid-Ohio Valley Civil War documentary this week as the state and nation prepares sesquicentennial commemorations of the war between the states beginning in 2011. ...

Additional Signs Navigate Visitors Downtown

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500

PARKERSBURG, WV (October 21, 2009) – The Greater Parkersburg CVB has worked with the WV Department of Highways over the past few months to produce a series of new directional signs from US Rt. 50 to the bureau office and visitors center in downtown Parkersburg. The new TODS (Tourist...

CVB Earns Three-year Re-accreditation

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

PARKERSBURG, WV (September 28, 2009) – The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau recently earned re-accreditation during the 2009 WV Governor’s Conference on Tourism September 22. ; ; The accreditation is conducted through the West Virginia Association of...

New State Tourism Study Cites Travel Growth to Wood County

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

PARKERSBURG, WV (September 23, 2009) – A recent study released by the West Virginia Division of Tourism revealed that tourism continues to be a growth industry in West Virginia as well as in Wood County. ; ; ; The independent study commissioned by the West Virginia Division...

North Bend State Park lowering rates for October

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

North Bend State Park is offering a special $56 per night rate at their lodge for anyone staying Monday-Thursday nights in October. ; North Bend features a 29-room lodge and restaurant. ; ; Forested terrain rewards visitors with great fall colors. ; The North Bend Rail Trail is...

North Bend State Park goes smoke-free

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Effective January 1, 2010 North Bend State Park lodge will be a smoke-free facility. The park will also be adding a two-bedroom cabin to their pet-friendly facilities.

Greater Parkersburg featured in Washington Post

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

The Washington Post ;featured a number of area attractions, restaurants and lodging properties as a unique Mid-Atlantic getaway destination. The article, “On a West Virginia Isle, the Mystery of It All”, appeared in The Washington Post’s August 5, 2009 travel section and...

CVB reports marketing activities, accomplishments for first half of 2009

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

PARKERSBURG, WV (August 17, 2009) – Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau President Steve Nicely recently reported on the bureau’s marketing efforts and accomplishments for the first six months of 2009. “To paraphrase the saying ‘fish where the fish are,’...

Greater Parkersburg offers outdoor recreation opportunities

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

PARKERSBURG, WV (September 1, 2009) – Autumn is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoor weather and colorful fall foliage. You’ll be sure to find ample outdoor activities and recreation opportunities in Greater Parkersburg! Spend the weekend at the 2,500-acre North Bend State Park, located...

Greater Parkersburg attractions featured within The Washington Post

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

PARKERSBURG, WV (August 14, 2009) – The Washington Post recently featured a number of area attractions, restaurants and lodging properties as a unique Mid-Atlantic getaway destination. The article, “On a West Virginia Isle, the Mystery of It All”, appeared within The Washington Post&...

Valley Gem Sternwheeler Offers New Monday Sightseeing Cruises

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

The Valley Gem Sternwheeler in Marietta will be offering new Monday sightseeing cruises in September. ; The cruises will be from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm on September 14, 21 and 28. ; They will depart from the Valley Gem dock ;on Front Street. ; ;The price is $11 for adults, $10 for...

Fenton Art Glass Announces the "Fenton Art Glass Treasure Hunt" Contest

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

The Fenton Art Glass Company is searching for the oldest, rarest or most interesting piece of Fenton in America. ; If you have a Fenton treasure, bring it to the Fenton Gift Shop Labor Day weekend ;for identification and a chance to win a prize as "best of show" in Williamstown. ; It...

Veterans Museum In New Location

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

The Veterans Museum of Mid-Ohio Valley has moved to a larger location. ; Their new address is 1829 7th Street, and the museum is open Moday - Saturday 9:00 to 5:00 and Sunday by appointment. ; For more information contact the museum at 304-420-0332 or visit their web site at www....

Gary Bonnett at The Parkersburg Art Center

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Nashville headliner Gary Bonnett and the Gary Bonnett Band will appear live at The Parkersburg Art Center on Tuesday, August 4. ; The performance begins at 8:00 PM and tickets are only $10 per person. ; Call 304-485-3859 for tickets or more information. ; The Art Center is located at 725...

Fenton Art Glass Tent Sale Now Going On

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Shop under the big top and inside the Fenton Gift Shop for substantial savings on Fenton Art Glass ;through August 9. ; Tent sale hours are Mon-Fri 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sun 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM. ; For a complete list of progressive sale discounts, visit http://...

Nomad Ridge at the Wilds Opens to the Public

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

CUMBERLAND , Ohio (June 30, 2009) – Nomad Ridge at the Wilds, a luxury tented-camp experience, opens to the public July 1. Nomad Ridge offers visitors an immersive experience at the Wilds, helping to achieve part of the Wilds’ mission by advancing conservation through visitor...

Fenton Glass Tours June 29-July10

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500

The Fenton Art Glass Company has scheduled a temporary shutdown of glass production from Monday, June 29 through Friday, July 10. During this temporary shutdown, there will be no factory tours, but you may still enjoy the free virtual video tour in the Fenton Museum theatre. www.fentonartglass.com |...

Reoccuring Summertime Events

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500

PARKERSBURG, WV (June 22, 2009) – The lazy days of summer are the perfect time to relax and enjoy the many free and low cost entertainment options in the Mid-Ohio Valley. When the evening heat is too hot to handle, take a break from the back porch and take in a free concert or musical act....

2010 Visitors Guide Ad Sales Begin

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500

The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau announced today ;that ad sales have commenced for 2010 Greater Parkersburg visitors guide. Approximately 75,000 copies of the full-color guide will be printed and distributed beginning in January 2010. To learn more, call Kari Thompson...

Travel numbers up in first quarter of 2009

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500

PARKERSBURG, WV (April 27, 2009) -- The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau has indicated that travel numbers and inquires were up in the first quarter of 2009. “The CVB uses several statistical measurements to track the effectiveness of its marketing efforts and the health...

Area attractions prepare for season openings

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500

NEWS RELEASE Parkersburg, WV (April 24, 2009) – A number of area attractions will soon begin opening for the busy summer tourism season, reported Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau President Steve Nicely. “May is typically the month that our attractions...

Culinary Classes

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Culinary Delights Await The Blennerhassett Hotel is offering a unique Culinary Series in 2009 featuring cooking demonstrations and hands-on learning experiences. Many of these events will be paired over weekends, offer special entertainment or speakers, but all will focus on the main reason...

Wine & Chocolate Tastings

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Holl's Swiss Chocolates is a small, family-owned business that specializes in creating authentic Swiss chocolates. Holl’s handcrafts over 30 varieties of truffles and confections, and offers a variety of seasonal specialties. Its one-of-a kind chocolate showroom delivers a unique shopping...