Posts in category 'Huntington Wv'

Local museums provide a treasure trove of information on community history, and the Huntington area is home to a truly unique collection of museums for you to enjoy. You can learn about all sorts of interesting things close to home, from art, technology, and history, to the story of some of the area's most prominent families. Many museums in the area also feature a busy schedule of special events, appealing to residents of all ages. Our real estate agents love to experience local attractions, and we've got the inside scoop on four of the best museums to visit in the Huntington, WV area.

1. Huntington Museum of Art – 2033 McCoy Road, Huntington, WV 25701
   If you're looking for great art close to Huntington homes for sale, then you won't want to miss the fantastic Huntington Museum of Art. Opened in 1952 on land provided by local resident Herbert Fitzpatrick, this museum features items from Fitzpatrick's original collection and has grown into one of the largest art museums in the Tri-State Region. The museum now features more than 16,000 art objects spread across 10 spacious exhibition areas, as well as an expansive reference library. Set on 52 acres of land, the Huntington Museum of Art is also a place where you can appreciate nature, with hiking trails, a tropical plant conservatory, outdoor sculpture courts, and even a coral reef aquarium.

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Has the hustle and bustle of the holidays left you feeling frazzled? Do your New Year's resolutions include taking better care of yourself? If you've answered yes to either of these questions, it's time to take a break and give yourself the gift of some rest and relaxation. 

On their days off, our real estate agents love spending a few hours (or even the whole day!) at some of the area's best spas. Here are a few of their favorites—we're sure you'll love them too. 

1. El Haijj Spa and Salon: 1119 20th St. Huntington, WV 25703
   Located not far from some of the best Huntington homes for sale, El Haijj Spa and Salon is a full-service facility offering massage, facials, body treatments, hair design, and nail services for men and women. They offer everything from a 15-minute chair massage to a full eight-hour day of pampering!

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West Virginia's second-largest city and home to Marshall University, Huntington sits on the shores of the scenic Ohio River at the point where West Virginia, Ohio, and Kentucky meet. First settled as a major hub for the railroad industry, Huntington features a bustling, modern downtown with a side of Southern hospitality.  Autumn is a particularly stunning time of year, with brilliant fall foliage covering the rounded, wooded Appalachian foothills rising on all sides of this West Virginia gem. Our real estate agents recommend some of their favorite spots to hit while taking time out from showing affordable, beautiful Huntington homes for sale.  

1. Heritage Farm Museum & Village - 3300 Harvey Road, Huntington
   This unique destination celebrates the rich history of 19th-century Appalachia to the present. It's also one of the best places to spend the day and learn about the history of the architecture, folklore, arts, and crafts, and daily life in Appalachia. Founded in 1973 by Mike and Henriella Perry, Heritage Farm Museum & Village includes more than 25,000 square feet of Appalachian artifacts in seven museums and includes a beautiful doll and quilt collection. In the Artisan Center, you'll find the Heritage Farm Artisan Guild, a group of skilled tradespeople dedicated to the conservation and development of traditional Appalachian arts and crafts. Or check out the "Smithsonian Room," an amazing public workshop space. Kids will love the petting zoo, too!

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