Clarksburg History Museum

05/31/2026

Nominate now for the History Keeper Award!

The Clarksburg History Museum is now accepting nominations for our first-ever History Keeper Award, which will be presented at the History Friends Gathering on June 26 at The Morris.

This award honors an individual whose work in history, preservation, education, research, genealogy, community service, or storytelling has helped shape Harrison County and preserve its heritage for future generations.

Nominees should:

• Be living and at least 70 years of age
• Have spent significant years living, working, or serving in Harrison County
• Have a story worth preserving and sharing

History Keepers do not need to be wealthy, famous, or hold public titles. They are the people whose lives, experiences, and dedication have left a lasting mark on our community and whose stories can inspire the next generation.

Do you know someone who deserves this recognition? Use the Link below in the comments.

Nominations will be accepted through Friday, June 12, 2026. Individuals may not nominate themselves.

The recipient will be recognized during the History Friends Gathering at The Morris on June 26.

Help us honor the people who have helped keep Harrison County's history alive.

05/31/2026

New event + New award!

The Clarksburg History Museum invites you to join us for the inaugural History Friends Gathering, an evening celebrating the people and community support that have made our work possible. We will also be presenting our first ever History Keeper Award.

(Links to tickets and nominations in the comments)

Event Date: Friday June 26th, 6pm - 9pm

Tickets: $50 per person, includes 1 complimentary drink, charcuterie and dessert

Where: The Morris

Meet and greet the faces behind the Clarksburg History Museum, learn about our 8 year timeline, sign up for membership, bid on historical items at our silent auction, and find out about sponsorship opportunities. Michael Spatafore, our board president, will give remarks.

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05/29/2026

We are pleased to host The Faces of Civil War Nurses exhibit at the Clarksburg History Museum and the Harrison County West Virginia Historical Society now through August 20, 2026.

This is a traveling exhibit and is a collaboration with National Museum of Civil War Medicine and Military Images.

05/29/2026

🇺🇸 Thank you The Exponent Telegram!

WV News is partnering with the Clarksburg History Museum on a historical road trip series exploring Harrison County’s rugged colonial and Revolutionary War-era past!

👇 Discover local historic sites in the comments.

05/23/2026

The Clarksburg History Museum will be closed today, Saturday, May 23, as we join the Spatafore family in honoring the life of Jobey Spatafore, father of our Board President, Michael Spatafore.

Jobey was a dedicated supporter of the museum and a friend to many throughout the Clarksburg community. The outpouring of love and support shown in recent days is a testament to the impact he had on those around him. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Spatafore family and all who knew him.

We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26.

05/22/2026

05/20/2026

05/18/2026

Join us this Friday, May 22 at 1pm for our ribbon cutting ceremony at Harrison County's new America 250 Mural!

Joining mural artist Amber Penland and family will be volunteers and staff of the Clarksburg History Museum, James & Law Company, representatives from the Harrison County Commission, and the Clarksburg City Council.

• Where: James & Law Company
• Address: 217 W Main Street Clarksburg, WV
• Time: 1:00 PM

Enjoy refreshments and take a stroll through The Gallery located inside James & Law

The West Virginia Mural Trail is a project of West Virginia Tourism and will launch later this year to celebrate America's Semiquincentennial. It is a statewide initiative introduced by Governor Patrick Morrisey to highlight West Virginia's rich heritage. Using a trail passport, visitors to West Virginia will have a chance to visit murals in all 55 counties.

05/16/2026

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Harrison County’s America 250 mural is nearing completed installation!

Join us Friday, May 22, 2026 at 1pm for our grand opening and ribbon cutting -
James & Law Company
📍 217 W Main Street ~ Clarksburg, WV 26301

We still have more to talk about! Stay tuned for more on the artist’s statement, concept, and full list of community supporters who made this happen!


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