18th Century Firearms and Accoutrements Show

Come join us for a fun and educational buying experience with some of the best contemporary craftsmen of 18th century firearms and accoutrements in WV, VA, PA, OH and NY. From the 18th century re-enactor to the serious collector, there will be something for everyone. Th......More

Come join us for a fun and educational buying experience with some of the best contemporary craftsmen of 18th century firearms and accoutrements in WV, VA, PA, OH and NY. From the 18th century re-enactor to the serious collector, there will be something for everyone. The show admission is $3 at the door and will be held at the Pricketts Fort Visitor Center. Fri. 12pm-6pm, Sat. 9am-5pm.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

18th Century Firearms and Accoutrements Show

Come join us for a fun and educational buying experience with some of the best contemporary craftsmen of 18th century firearms and accoutrements in WV, VA, PA, OH and NY. From the 18th century re-enactor to the serious collector, there will be something for everyone. Th......More

Come join us for a fun and educational buying experience with some of the best contemporary craftsmen of 18th century firearms and accoutrements in WV, VA, PA, OH and NY. From the 18th century re-enactor to the serious collector, there will be something for everyone. The show admission is $3 at the door and will be held at the Pricketts Fort Visitor Center. Fri. 12pm-6pm, Sat. 9am-5pm.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Annual Membership Dinner

Annual Membership Dinner which includes the business meeting, annual report and meal. Reservations are required and can be made by calling the Foundation office at 304-363-3030.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

250th Anniversary Lecture Series - Speaker: David Ervin

Speaker: David Ervin, 18th Century Militias This presentation will examine the variety of military organizations in which frontier inhabitants served, including the militia, state troops, and the Continental Army. It will further explore the wartime political, milita......More

Speaker: David Ervin, 18th Century Militias This presentation will examine the variety of military organizations in which frontier inhabitants served, including the militia, state troops, and the Continental Army. It will further explore the wartime political, military, and economical conditions of the region that shaped these organizations.  Free and open to the public, this program will begin at 2 pm on Sunday, March 23, 2025. 

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

School of the Longhunter

This is an intense weekend of instruction exploring the role of early frontiersmen on the American frontier. Speakers will focus on the frontier skills of the longhunter. Space is limited and registration is required. Fort (Max 100). PFMF Members $40, Non-Members $45. R......More

This is an intense weekend of instruction exploring the role of early frontiersmen on the American frontier. Speakers will focus on the frontier skills of the longhunter. Space is limited and registration is required. Fort (Max 100). PFMF Members $40, Non-Members $45. Register online at prickettsfort.org/register or call 304-363-3030.  Event is from Thursday to Sunday noon.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Wood Duck Day with Joey Herron

Come out and enjoy the day welcoming the return of the Wood Ducks to Prickett's Fort State Park. There will be opportunities to take photographs of the many species of birds and wildlife the park has to offer, so bring your camera, binoculars, or spotting scope with a s......More

Come out and enjoy the day welcoming the return of the Wood Ducks to Prickett's Fort State Park. There will be opportunities to take photographs of the many species of birds and wildlife the park has to offer, so bring your camera, binoculars, or spotting scope with a snack and a folding chair to witness the return of one of the most spectacular birds in North America. This event will take place at the Pricketts Fort Visitor Center. Free and open to the public.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Opening Day

Opening Day at Pricketts Fort.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Annual Bird Walk

Come celebrate the joys of spring with a Saturday morning bird walk. Renowned birder Joey Herron will lead the public on this annual rite of passage. Please wear sturdy walking shoes and bring binoculars if you have them. Free and open to the public.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

250th Anniversary Lecture Series - Speaker: John Weaver

Speaker: John Weaver, Continental Rifles in the American Revolution This presentation examines the ways in which revolutionary leaders viewed riflemen as an American martial ideal, and the changing role of rifle-armed troops in the Continental Army between the outbre......More

Speaker: John Weaver, Continental Rifles in the American Revolution This presentation examines the ways in which revolutionary leaders viewed riflemen as an American martial ideal, and the changing role of rifle-armed troops in the Continental Army between the outbreak of war in 1774 and the encampment at Valley Forge in 1777.  Free and open to the public, this program will begin at 2 pm on Sunday, April 27, 2025. 

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Annual Bird Walk

Come celebrate the joys of spring with a Saturday morning bird walk. Renowned birder Joey Herron will lead the public on this annual rite of passage. Please wear sturdy walking shoes and bring binoculars if you have them. Free and open to the public.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA

Heirloom Plant Sale

This program is provided by the Marion County Master Gardeners.All proceeds go to maintaining the gardens at Pricketts Fort State Park. This event is free and open to the public. Regular admission to enter the fort.

Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, 88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA