Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park, Parkersburg

Very nice way to spend a day. My wife and I picked up the 4 ticket package for the museum, the ferry ride to the island, covered wagon island tour and the mansion tour. The island is rich in culture and history also rich in black walnuts, as this was a walnut farm among other cash crops. Many different houses and historical areas to see on the island. The ferry ride was real nice and the museum was cool too. Lots of local history and finds from the local tribes 2000 years ago. Would recommend to anyone who enjoys living, tangible history.

Wow, so much to unpack here. It's a beautiful rebuilt plantation manor and it's even furnished with some of the original homeowners belongings. It burned down in 1811 and wasn't rebuilt until the 1980's by the state of West Virginia. The stern boat ride there, the wagon ride, and the tour of the manor were worth the money. There's a tree that over 400 years old still standing on the island that very impressive, as well as the other centuries old trees, and walnut tree grove. We met wonderful tour guides and guests from all over. It was fascinating, gorgeous, and entertaining. It's a must see if you love visiting historical sites, because well, there's so much history!