West Virginia State Penitentiary Moundsville

West Virginia Penitentiary    

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The West Virginia Penitentiary is a gothic-style prison located in Moundsville, West Virginia. Now withdrawn and retired from prison use, it operated from 1876 to 1995. Currently, the site is …
The West Virginia Penitentiary is a gothic-style prison located in Moundsville, West Virginia. Now withdrawn and retired from prison use, it operated from 1876 to 1995. Currently, the site is maintained as a tourist attraction, museum, training facility, and event center. We offer Historical Tours, Paranormal Tours, Event Center Rentals, and a Haunted House in October!

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Aug 11, 2024
FANTASTIC tour on a beautiful August afternoon! First time taking my Grandmother and she absolutely adored the entire experience. This place has never disappointed me, not once. Big shoutout to the w… Full review by Pip C
Aug 3, 2024
While the West Virginia State Penitentiary may not be your typical vacation spot, it definitely provided a one-of-a-kind experience. Greg, our guide, was a real character - he knew all the best hidin… Full review by racheldianna16
Jul 25, 2024
Great tour! Jay was so personable and informative. We were the last tour of the day but she still made it seem as if it was the first. Loved this tour. We want to go back for the longer tour! Full review by Darci M
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Architectural style:Gothic architecture
Construction completed:1876
Construction started:1866
Type:Prison

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Is the facility wheelchair accessible?
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Our regular day tours (Tuesday – Sunday) ARE wheelchair accessible. This tour focuses on the main level. History Mystery Monday tours (Mondays in June,...
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