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Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex, Moundsville

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  • Very interesting and well-maintained museum to complement the burial mound which oddly enough is right in the middle of town! 
    Very interesting and well-maintained museum to complement the burial mound which oddly enough is right in the middle of town!  more »
  • Worth a visit. The museum seems a bit lost as to telling the story I want to hear. How many and where in the mound and when were buried here. Did the finding get shipped somewhere else? You can... 
    Worth a visit. The museum seems a bit lost as to telling the story I want to hear. How many and where in the mound and when were buried here. Did the finding get shipped somewhere else? You can...  more »
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  • We came to see the burial mound and were pleasantly surprised by the wonderful museum. We were greeted by a delightful local hostess who shared her love and knowledge of the area history as only a life-long resident could. The museum provided a thoughtful perspective on human endeavor along the Ohio River through the ages. The West Virginia Penitentiary across the street provided another unexpected and unforgettable experience - tip: if you're pressed for time, skip the 90 minute prison tour and just walk around. It's permitted, and it's free, and 10 or 15 minutes in this horrible place is about all a rational person can take.
  • This is an awesome maybe overlooked stop. First it’s FREE! Secondly it has a great museum part that looks nots only at the Mounds but other wonderful things about West Virginia, from toys to glassware/fiesta ware, and all the archeological finds. Then you can take a hike up the mounds to the top we’re you have a beautiful view of the surrounding area and them immense size of the mound itself. Would certainly recommend this sight to anyone.

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