Built in 1834 by James Craik and later purchased by George Smith Patton, a Confederate colonel and grandfather of World War II General George S Patton. The restored house, which was moved from its original location on Virginia Street, is furnished true to mid-19th century style. Landscaped grounds feature herb and boxwood gardens. Open through the months of April to October, Thursday-Sunday from 1-4pm, closed major holidays.
Location:
2809 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston West Virginia 25311
Telephone
304-925-5341
Other History nearby:
(Ansted) Contentment
(Salem) Fort New Salem
(Gallipolis) Our House Museum
(Charleston) State Capitol - Charleston
(Charleston) The Craik-Patton House
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12/05 Coming to The Charleston area
West Virginia Strawberry Festival Buckhannon WV May15-19 The Festival is a unique, traditional celebration to promote the strawberry harvest. Enthusiastic volunteers provide good, family style entertainment that offers exciting educational and cultural events for everyone.
Mountainfest Morgantown WV July24-28
Appalachian Festival Beckley WV August23-25 The 17th Annual Appalachian Festival is three big days packed with arts, crafts, entertainment, music, food and fun!
Golden Delicious Festival Clay WV August30-September1 The Golden Delicious is the State Fruit of West Virginia. Clay County is the birthplace of the golden delicious. Antique Car Show, Art Auction Baking Contest,
5K Run/Walk, Golf Tournament.
West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival Clarksburg WV August30-September1 A special children's area and stage has been added to entertain the smaller children during the entire Festival, from Happy the Clown to magicians and music.
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