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Helpful links for more information on Grant County, West Virginia.
Grant
County Chamber of Commerce
(304-257-2722) - The mission of the Grant County Chamber of Commerce, through its members, is to promote and advance
commercial, industrial, tourist and civic interests of the Grant County area while representing the area’s interests
to state and national government. |
South
Side Depot
(304-257-9264) - In 1884, the Hampshire Southern Railroad completed the 15 mile spur from Green Springs to Romney,
and in 1910 continued construction through Moorefield to Petersburg. Mr. W.C. Halterman operated it as a general
merchandise store from 1911, until 1940, with the slogan "It pays to deal at the Hardware Store."
In 2003, the City of Petersburg purchased and renovated the historic building,in conjunction with the West Virginia
Department of Tourism. Renamed The South Side Depot, the store now offers the atmosphere of times past with today's
authentic West Virginia Heritage, The Best of West Virginia Arts, Crafts and Specialty Foods.
All works displayed at South Side Depot are of the finest quality.
South Side Depot offers the atmosphere of times past with today's authentic West Virginia Heritage," The Best
of West Virginia" Arts, Crafts and "Specialty Foods".
- Scheduled
and Special Train Events
- Historic 1911 Building |
Grant
County Press
News (304) 257-1844 - Advertising (304) 257-4833 - P.O. Box 39, Petersburg, WV 26847 |
Grant
County Development Authority
The mission of the Grant County Development Authority is to help
businesses locate or expand in Grant County with a particular emphasis on those businesses that have the potential
to benefit the residents, taxpayers and workers in the county. The CGDA exists to assist businesses that add to
the quality of life in Grant County. |
WV
GOV – Grant County
Grant County - Formed from Pendleton County in 1866. Named for General Ulysses S. Grant, outstanding Civil War
military leader and eighteenth president of the United States (1869-1877). |
Monogahela
National Forest
The goal of the Monongahela National Forest is to provide the highest level of access for persons with disabilities
while maintaining the character of the landscape that people come to the forest to enjoy. |
Grant
County Airport
The Grant County Airport is located near the industrial park in Petersburg, WV just off of Johnson Run Road. It
provides access in and out of the area for small commuter planes and jets for personal and business purposes. This
facility is a very viable part of the community and surrounding area. |
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GRANT COUNTY LIBRARY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
gcartscouncil.googlepages.com
GCArtsCouncil@gmail.com
The Summer Arts Program announces a week of dulcimer instruction with stories and songs of Appalachia. The instruction
is Anne Lough, a nationally known traditional musician. Grades 3 and up, including adults, may register. Admission
is first come, first served. Dulcimers will be provided for the class. The class runs from July 21 through July
25 from 10 a.m. to noon. The fee is $5 for the week. For information, call 304-257-2144 or 304-749-8133. A registration
form appeared in the June 17 Grant County Press, page 8B.
 Anne Lough,
nationally known traditional musician, will present an evening program of Appalachian songs and stories. Joining
Anne will be friends and students in an exciting conclusion to the 2008 Summer Arts Program (SAP) in Grant County.
The concert is free and open to the public. The program is Thursday, July 24, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Public Library
on Mt. View Street in Petersburg. Students' work from other SAP classes will be on display. Refreshments will be
served.
Those having accessibility needs should notify the Council at GCArtsCouncil@gmail.com or write
GCAC, P.O. Box 988, Petersburg, WV 26847. We will communicate your requests to the SAP Committee.
Visit our website at http://GCArtsCouncil.googlepages.com |
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