Berkeley Springs earned its listing among America's 100 best small art
towns and as #12 of America's top art destinations with its community
of noted artists and active arts council. Located in Morgan County, WV,
the town is abundant with galleries, craft shops, community theater,
professional performances, art exhibitions at the Ice House, and summer
concerts in the park to round out the list of attractions. Members of
the area arts community are showcased in galleries and shops around
town. A Depression-era movie theater, weekly jam sessions, and musical
concerts tempt those tired of chirping tree frogs as entertainment. Two
collections of short stories set in Morgan County and written by local
writers are available for sale in the Visitors Center.
The official arts council of Morgan County, MAC,
has more than 450 individual and family members. MAC is governed by an
elected board of artists and business people and staffed by a
professional arts administrator. A corps of dedicated volunteers work
in all areas, from booking artists to curating gallery shows to
staffing the box office at concerts and plays. New volunteers are
always welcome.
The following are two
articles written by Jeanne Mozier about the town of Berkeley Springs
and it's position in the art community.
Art Scene Revisited
Berkeley Srings #12 Art Destination in U.S.A.
The Applebutter Festival
Thousands of people line the streets each year to watch the nostalgic
hometown Apple Butter Festival parade. Join in on the celebrations, the
games, and the fun with your whole family.
Telephone: (800) 447-8797
Address: 127 Fairfax Street
Website: www.berkeleysprings.com/apple
Berkeley Springs Community Choir
The
Berkeley Springs Community Choir is a musical group of volunteers who
volunteer their time and effort to put on public performances for the
classical enthusiast. Visit one of their performances and walk away
fulfilled.
Telephone: (304) 258-4075
Website: www.bschoir.com
Heath Studio Gallery
Visit the wonderful Heath Studio Gallery located at the north end of
Berkeley Springs during your next trip. The Gallery is open on weekends
from 11 to 5, weekdays, by appointment, or by chance.
Telephone: (304) 258-2482
Address: 250 Quail Run Lane
Website: www.jheath.com
Hsu Studios
The
wonderful artists Carol and Jean-Pierre Hsu produce beautiful metalwork
of crafted anodized aluminum. You may find such pieces as earrings,
wall-pieces, mobiles, and other intriguing works of art on your trip.
Feel free to view their creations at the Ice House or Teri's Cafe and
Gallery!
Telephone:
(304) 258-1911
Address:
80 Reeder Lane
Website: www.hsustudios.com
The Ice House
The
Ice House, located in downtown Berkeley Springs, acts as the town's
artistic center. Browsing its halls will reveal countless art galleries
and a wealth of artistic knowledge.
Telephone: (304) 258-2300
Address: Independence & Mercer streets
Website: www.macicehouse.org
Mountain Laurel Gallery
Mountain Laurel gallery showcases a wonderfully eclectic collection of
fine contemporary American arts and crafts. They are devoted to
highlighting the works of hundreds of local and regional artists as
well as other selected national artists. The owners invite you to
wander through their two floor gallery and find a wealth of creative
expression for your home, office or garden.
Telephone: (304) 258-1919
Address:
101 N. Washington Street
Website: www.mtn-laurel.com
Parks House
Visit The Parks House's showcase of country accents and simple elegance
in a fitting display for fine wood furniture and collectables! The
beautifully restored house is filled with fine quality collectables and
furniture accented by the restored interior of this early twentieth
century home. They also feature Tom Seely wood furniture in their
gallery.
Telephone: (304) 258-6871
Address:
363 S. Washington Street
Website: www.theparkshouse.com
The Star Theater
The
Star Theater has been satisfying moviegoers since 1928 and is still in
operation today. It's the best and only place within 30 miles to enjoy
a classic and memorable movie experience.
Telephone: (304) 258-1404
Address: Congress & N. Washington Sts.
Website: www.starwv.com
Summer Concerts in the Park
Enjoy
a relaxing concert in downtown Berkeley Springs as local bands and
guests perform weekly for passer-by's and visitors in the park. Open to
the public and free, these outdoor performances are fun for the whole
family.
Teri's Cafe and Gallery
Located in the heart of Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, Tari's serves
up fresh and often home-grown ingredients combined with imaginative and
original recipes and robust portions to make dining at Tari's one
of your favorite Berkeley Springs activities.
Telephone: (304) 258-1196
Address: 123 North Washington
Website: www.tariscafe.com
Apollo Civic Theater
This
impressive community theater has been pleasing the public for nearly a
century. Come and be part of the magic as local talent stages
performances and musicals to everyone's delight.
Telephone: (304) 263-6766
Address: 128 E. Martin St.
Website: www.apollo-theatre.org
Directions
Shepherdstown
With
a history reaching as far back as the 1760's, Shepherdstown boasts an
immense amount of historical value. Add to this the wonderful local art
community and the well-known Shepherd University to make Shepherdstown
one of the best places to visit in West Virginia.
History of Shepherdstown
Shepherdstown Attractions
Shopping in Shepherdstown
Contemporary American Theater Festival
This
professional resident theater presents four new American plays in
rotating repertory, plus puppetry, dance, music, and visual arts each
July.
Telephone: (304) 876-3473
Address: Shepherd University
Website: www.catf.org
Directions
Millbrook Orchestra
The Millbrook Orchestra provides quality music for the Blue Ridge
regions of eastern West Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania and Virginia.
These professionals give enjoyable performances Saturday evenings
between September and May in the Frank Creative Arts Center for the
Performing Arts on the Shepherd University campus.
Address: Frank Creative Arts Center, Shepherd University
Website: Click Here
Shepherdstown Opera House
The Shepherdstown Opera House is dedicated to presenting fine musical
entertainment in an intimate and friendly music hall. From
Bluegrass to Blues, Folk to Rock, Jive to Jazz, it features
up-and-coming new artists and nationally known legends. Iif it's good,
you'll see and hear it on their stage.
Telephone: (304) 876-3704
Address: 131 West German Street
Website: www.operahouselive.com
Directions
Old Opera House
The renovated Old Opera House opened its mainstage doors to the public with a production of My Fair Lady in
1976. Since then, the offerings of the theatre have continued to
increase in diversity and frequency. Come and see the community talent
pool at it's best and brightest on stage.
Telephone: (304) 725-4420
Address: 204 N George St
Website: www.oldoperahouse.org
Directions
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