Historic Waldomore

10/29/2026

Missed October's Sampler Club meeting? Here's a look at what we did! We embroidered adorable cats peek-a-booing from pockets and spooky spider webs! 🐈🕷️ Plus, our floss glows in the dark! ✨

Be sure to check out next month's Fall Foliage meeting! 🍁 Materials and pointers still available from previous workshops.

Please note: November's class is the last in the series.

10/27/2026

10/27/2026

The return of our "Ivory Evenings" series featuring the brilliant John Morrison was an absolute triumph. From the insightful master class and gorgeous piano performance to the lovely intermission reception and fantastic audience turnout, it was a night to remember. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made this tradition so special!

Don't want the music to stop? Be sure to sign up for the next concert in the series today! Head over to the Clarksburg Library Calendar to reserve your spot before seats run out: https://www.clarksburglibrary.org/calendar

10/20/2026

🏛️ Did you know that Historic Waldomore is part of the Historic Preservation Alliance for Harrison County?

The Alliance brings together local organizations dedicated to preserving and sharing Harrison County's history, including historic buildings, museums, archives, collections, and cultural traditions.

Waldomore, which is managed by the Clarksburg-Harrison Public Library, is one of the participating organizations.

This November, Harrison County voters will consider a proposed historic preservation levy that, if approved, would provide dedicated funding for participating organizations.

We wanted to share this information to help residents learn more about the Alliance, its participating organizations, and the proposed levy.

10/15/2026

Kick off an incredible weekend of local heritage during the Harrison County History Hop on Friday, October 16 and Saturday, October 17, 2026! Stop in at Waldomore Friday from 11 to 5 or join us for Ivory Evenings from 6-8 for a reception and free piano concert open to the public!

While you're out hopping across the county, be sure to check out the other fantastic participating sites hosted by the Historic Preservation Alliance of Harrison County, including: Clarksburg History Museum, Harrison County Historical Society, Stonewall Jackson Civil War Round Table, Salem Depot, Fort New Salem, the Jennings Randolph House (by appointment), the Bice-Ferguson Museum, the Levi Shinn Home in Shinnston, the West Virginia Heritage Crafts & Civilian Conservation Corps Museum, Lost Creek Depot, & the Johnstown Museum.

Grab your map, celebrate our local roots, and discover how our history depends on all of us!

10/15/2026

Please make note of a slight change in Waldomore's hours tomorrow morning, October 15th. We will open at 11:00 AM instead of our usual 10:00, due to staff training in the morning. Thank you.

10/05/2026

Register Now! Don't miss the return of Waldomore's beloved "Ivory Evenings" classical piano series, featuring acclaimed pianist and Fairmont State University professor John Morrison.

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating world-class music on Waldomore's magnificent Steinway Concert Grand piano.

When: Master Class (5:00 PM) for students (separate registration required), Reception (6:00 PM), and Evening Performance (7:00 PM)

With only 50 online seats available, they are going fast! 50 more seats available at the door on a first come, first serve basis. Don't get stuck standing! Make sure you get a seat by reserving your spot today at clarksburglibrary.org.

Come support local the arts and experience an incredible night of music!

10/02/2026

Check out our upcoming featured performer for the first return of "Ivory Evenings", a four-part concert series, showcasing world-class classical piano performances on our historic Steinway Concert Grand piano. Admission to all performances is FREE, supported by the Harrison County Cultural Foundation.

Featured Performer: John Morrison

Academic & Leadership Roles: Associate Professor of Music at Fairmont State University (FSU), directing the Collegiate Singers and Community Choir while teaching piano and violin since 2006. He is a past President of the West Virginia Music Teachers Association (WVMTA), earning both the 2020 WVMTA Teacher of the Year and the 2022 Distinguished Leader of the Year awards.

Collaborative & Professional Work: An active collaborative pianist across the state, Morrison has accompanied the WVACDA Collegiate Honor Choir, WV All State Children's Chorus, and the WV Governor's School for the Arts (2016 and 2025). He also serves as the music director and organist at the First Presbyterian Church of Fairmont.

Education & Performance: He holds a double Bachelor's degree in Piano Performance and French and a Master's degree in Piano Performance from WVU, having studied under Dr. Marina DiPretoro Lupinacci, Dr. Peter Amstutz, and Dr. Christine Kefferstan. Recent appearances include faculty recitals at FSU and a guest artist performance at West Liberty University.

Event Schedule & Details
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Student Master Class (exclusive mentorship for eight pre-registered local students)

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Intermission Reception (hospitality provided by the Clarksburg League for Service)

7:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Evening Performance

Tickets: Free admission with seating split between 50 advance online reservations (via the Clarksburg Library Calendar at clarksburglibrary.org) and 50 first-come, first-served seats at the door.

09/28/2026

Join the Waldomore Sampler Society TODAY from 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM for an afternoon of hand embroidery! Today's theme: Honeybees & Sweet Stitches 🍯

Celebrate the busy, beautiful world of pollinators as we stitch honeybees, hives, and honeycomb patterns. We'll be using metallic gold floss to make your yellow bees and honey combs truly pop off the fabric!

What to bring: A personal clothing item or tote bag to embroider on.
Provided: Embroidery materials (including that gorgeous metallic gold floss!).

See you at 3:30 PM!

Check out this picture of my own embroidery attempt for this month's class, as well as an item with a seashell and pearls from last month's class!

09/15/2026

REGISTRATION OPEN Live music is back at the Waldomore! Join us on Friday, October 16, 2026, for the return of Ivory Evenings, featuring the incredible John Morrison performing on our magnificent Steinway Concert Grand piano!

Admission is 100% FREE, thanks to the generous support of the Harrison County Cultural Foundation.

Event Schedule:

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Master Class (Separate registration required for students) Link to register for Master Class with John Morrison: https://www.clarksburglibrary.org/master-class
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Intermission Reception sponsored by the League for Service
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM: John Morrison's Evening Performance

How to get tickets:

Reserve Online: 50 seats are available in advance. (Note: You must register for each performance separately)
Link to register for October's event only: https://www.clarksburglibrary.org/ivory-evenings

At the Door: 50 seats will be available first-come, first-served on the night of the event.