Youth Museum of Southern West Virginia
509 Ewart Ave.
Beckley, WEST VIRGINIA 25801
RALEIGH County
Contact phone: 304-252-3730
Fax: 304-252-3764
Web site: http://www.beckleymine.com
Contact e-mail: info@beckleymine.com
Latitude: 37.785033
Longitude: -81.196906
Just steps away from the Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine, visit the Youth Museum of Southern West Virginia and their pioneer village, The Mountain Homestead. The Youth Museum is open year-round and offers changing interactive exhibits on art, history, science and nature. There is also a puzzle room and gift shop.
Hours: April 1 - Nov. 1: Daily 10 - 6
Winter Hours: Tuesday - Sat. 10 - 5
February - August, 2012
"Once Upon a Time: The Wonderful World of Fairytales" a hands-on exhibition exploring seven beloved tales from around the world. Ride in Cinderella's carriage, try your hand at making shoes with the cobbler's elves, play Beauty's piano, climb the beanstalk, climb through Thumblina's tunnel and more.
Feb. - August. On loan from the St. Louis Children's Museum.
This facility is included in "
A Guide to Accessible Recreation in West Virginia."
Please check the Guide or the site for information on accessibility.
Please note - a self-reporting survey was used to compile the information in this Guide; every attempt was made to verify the accuracy of the information but West Virginia Division of Tourism is not responsible for errors or inaccuracies.
Amenities:
- AARP Discount
- Family Friendly
- Gift Shop
- Handicapped Accessible
- MasterCard
- Restrooms
- Visa