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Events for July 2015

• Full moon

  July 01, 2015

  Full moon
• Minnie Pearl, History Alive!

  July 02, 2015 — Ripley, Jackson WVHC Event

  Minnie Pearl (1912-96) will be portrayed by Denise Giardina of Charleston in a West Virginia Humanities Council History Alive! program at 7 p.m. July 2 in the historic Alpine Theatre on Main Street in Ripley. Pearl (born Sarah Colley) was a popular entertainer who was a regular performer at the Grand Ole Opry. Her appearance will be in conjunction with the WV Music Hall of Fame Traveling Museum and the Fourth of July Celebration. http://VisitRipleyWV.com

  History Alive! is a project of the West Virginia Humanities Council.
• WV Music Hall of Fame Traveling Museum

  July 02, 2015 to July 03, 2015 — Ripley, Jackson WVHC Event

  The Traveling Museum will be along Court Street in downtown Ripley from 6-9 p.m. July 2 and 3. Admission is free. Museum features include an interactive WV map with noted musicians from all 55 counties in the Mountain State. Visitors can make and take their own CD. The visit was made possible by a grant from the WV Humanities Council. http://www.visitripleywv.com/

  This project is funded in part by a West Virginia Humanities Council grant.
• New Deal Photographs of the Tygart Valley Homestead

  July 02, 2015 to August 29, 2015 — Beverly, Randolph WVHC Event

  The photography exhibit “New Deal Photographs of the Tygart Valley Homestead” will open on Saturday, June 27 at 8 a.m. at the Homestead Elementary in Dailey. The exhibit will be open again on Sunday June 28 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. It will reopen July 2 at the Randolph County Museum in Beverly through August 29. For more information contact Darryl De Gripp at 304-637-7424.

  This project is funded in part by a West Virginia Humanities Council grant.
• Mountain State Art & Craft Fair

  July 02, 2015 to July 04, 2015 — Ripley, Jackson

  Over the years the Mountain State Art & Craft Fair has become one of the leading arts and crafts fairs in the nation. In 2014, the Fair proudly celebrated its 51st anniversary. Please join us in this years celebration of Appalachian culture by attending this year, and supporting our local artisans, as well as enjoying our notable entertainment acts and unique family atmosphere.

  July 2-4, 2015

  http://msacf.com/
• 1st Fourth Fibbin' Contest

  July 03, 2015 — Ripley, Jackson

  Liars from across the region will be competing for honors and prize money during the 1st Fourth Fibbin’ Contest at 7 p.m. July 3 in Ripley’s historic Alpine Theatre. The contest will have youth and adult divisions for the 3-5 minute family-friendly tales. Information and entry forms are available from the Ripley Convention & Visitors Bureau. http://www.visitripleywv.com/
• Independence Day

  July 04, 2015

  Independence Day
• Hatfields & McCoys: American Blood Feud traveling exhibit

  July 06, 2015 to July 24, 2015 — Logan, Logan WVHC Event

  The Humanities Council traveling exhibit, The Hatfields & McCoys: American Blood Feud, will be at the Hatfield-McCoy Convention and Visitors Bureau in Logan. Developed by the West Virginia Humanities Council and illustrated by West Virginia University graphic design students, this traveling exhibit relates the history of the events that have become synonymous with the word feud.

  Hatfield-McCoy CVB, 325 Stratton St, Logan, WV. (304) 752-6040

  To book the exhibit contact program officer Mark Payne at payne@wvhumanities.org or 304-346-8500.

  The Hatfields & McCoys: American Blood Feud is a project of the West Virginia Humanities Council. The traveling exhibit is funded in part by ZMM Architects & Engineers of Charleston.
• Archives and History Tuesday Lecture: 'Meanest County' in the Nation

  July 07, 2015 — Charleston, Kanawha

  On Tuesday, July 7, 2015, Dr. Paul Rakes will discuss the “‘Meanest County’ in the Nation: Hip-Pocket Ethics on the Early New River Coal Mining Frontier, 1890-1910” in the Archives and History Library of the Culture Center in Charleston. The program will begin at 6:00 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

  Any mention of saloons and gunplay in mining towns usually produces popular images of more nationally famous locales such as Deadwood, South Dakota, made famous by early dime novels and, later, by Hollywood film makers. In reality, the earliest coal operations of West Virginia’s Fayette County possessed most of the elements common to all of the nation’s mining frontiers. As with early mining towns in the legendary Wild West, Fayette’s early rudimentary coal camps attracted a number of young, transient, often “hotheaded” males who adhered to a philosophy that required one to stand-his-ground in confrontations. Contrary to popular images, miners both in the west and in the east who carried pistols usually did so in a hip pocket and the dramatic increase of violent confrontations in Fayette County often resulted from the guidelines of “hip-pocket ethics.” In fact, the increase of violence associated with the early camps led one Ohio newspaper to refer to Fayette as the “meanest county in the nation.”

  Paul Rakes will consider not only the statistical evidence frontier-style violence in Fayette County, but also specific cases of saloon show downs, arguments over females, and minor disagreements that led to deadly outcomes.

  A third generation coal miner, Paul H. Rakes, Professor at WVU Tech, worked as a coal miner for twenty years before leaving mining to earn his Ph. D. in history at West Virginia University. His research focuses both on technology and on the labor culture of coal miners in West Virginia. He has produced such professional journal articles as “Technology in Transition: The Dilemmas of Early-Twentieth Century Coal Mining” for the Journal of Appalachian Studies and “West Virginia Coal Mine Fatalities: The Subculture of Danger and a Statistical Overview of the Pre-enforcement Era” and “Casualties on the Homefront: World War II Era Coal Disasters in West Virginia” for West Virginia History. Book chapters include “A Combat Scenario: Early Coal Mining and the Culture of Danger” in Culture, Class and Politics in Modern Appalachia (2009) and “‘A Hard-Bitten Lot:’ Non-Strike Violence in the Early Southern West Virginia Coalfields” in Blood in the Hills: A History of Violence in Appalachia (2011). Dr. Rakes has served as a consultant for several televised video productions focusing on coal mining history and is regularly called upon by news agencies to provide insight into current mining developments. Additionally, he contributed a short memoir regarding growing up in the coalfields in Anthology of Appalachian Writers.

  On July 7, the library will close at 5:00 p.m. and reopen at 5:45 p.m. for participants only. For additional information, contact the Archives and History Library at (304) 558-0230.
• Minnie Pearl, History Alive!

  July 07, 2015 — Summersville, Nicholas WVHC Event

  Sarah Colley studied theater while in college during the Great Depression intending to be a serious actress. While touring with a theater company she created the down home character of Minnie Pearl to help promote performances. Her first appearance on the Grand Ole Opry in 1940 was a success and eased fears that her satire of rural ways might not be appreciated by country audiences. People instead embraced Minnie as one of their own for more than 50 years.

  Minnie Pearl, History Alive!, Nicholas County Veterans Memorial Park, 7pm July 7

  History Alive! is a project of the West Virginia Humanities Council.
• Ostenaco, History Alive!

  July 08, 2015 — Scott Depot, Putnam WVHC Event

  During the French and Indian War, Ostenaco was a leader of Cherokee warriors who allied with Virginia military leaders against northern tribes fighting with the French. His leadership provided a vital alliance for the British colonial settlements in much of present West Virginia. His influence contributed significantly to the expansion of English-speaking peoples into the Mountain State.

  Ostenaco, History Alive, 1pm July 8 at Regency Place (Main Dining Room), Scott Depot. (304) 553-8897

  History Alive! is a project of the West Virginia Humanities Council.
• Literary Reading by George Singleton

  July 08, 2015 — Buckhannon, Upshur WVHC Event

  West Virginia Wesleyan presents a literary reading by author George Singleton. He has written six collections of short stories, two novels, and an instructional book on writing fiction. Singleton will give a reading from some of his works and answer questions from the audience. 7pm July 8 at West Virginia Wesleyan College. (304) 473-8329

  This project is funded in part by a West Virginia Humanities Council grant.
• Ivy Terrace Concert Series presents Rasta Rafiki

  July 09, 2015 — Lewisburg, Greenbrier

  Carnegie Hall’s summer concert series is perhaps the most loved of the year. Enjoy FREE live music on the lawn of Carnegie Hall June through August. Bring a picnic supper, a blanket and your dancing shoes! Concerts are held the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. All performances begin at 6:30PM.

  July 9: Rasta Rafiki

  http://www.carnegiehallwv.org/performances
• Contemporary American Theater Festival

  July 10, 2015 to August 02, 2015 — Shepherdstown, Jefferson WVHC Event

  Beginning July 10 through August 2, the Contemporary American Theater Festival will host its 25th season of plays and CATF programs including readings, lectures, post-show discussions, late-night salons, and more for all the details visit www.catf.org.

  This project is funded in part by a West Virginia Humanities Council grant.
• Battle of Rich Mountain reenactment

  July 11, 2015 to July 12, 2015 — Beverly, Randolph

  Battle of Rich Mountain Civil War Reenactment, July 11-12 at Rich Mountain Battlefield Civil War site near Beverly.

  The “Skirmish along the Turnpike” will take place Saturday afternoon, July 11, at 3:30 west of Camp Garnett. In the original action the day before the battle, Union troops tested the defenses of Confederate Camp Garnett by advancing along the Staunton-Parkersburg Turnpike and adjoining woods. Met by strong resistance and cannon fire, the Federals retreated and determined not to make a frontal attack on the Camp. Spectators can view this reenactment along the roadway between Camp Garnett and Field of Fire Park. Those arriving earlier can participate in living history tours starting at 1 p.m. Tour participants will encounter a variety of activities with Civil War soldiers and 19th century citizens.

  The next day, Union troops took a roundabout route around Camp Garnett to the top of Rich Mountain, and encountered there a Confederate outpost guarding the pass at the Hart Farm. The reenactment of this battle will take place on Sunday July 12 at 2 p.m. on grounds near Field of Fire Park.

  The public is invited to take part in the full range of activities over the weekend.

  Saturday, July 11

  • 10:30 am Civilian Social
  • 1 – 3 pm Living History tours with dramatic Civil War scenarios
  • 3:30 pm Skirmish along the Turnpike, battle reenactment
  • 5:00 pm Civil War musical program by Tower Street Stringband
  • 6:00 pm BBQ Dinner (Tickets $10 in advance)
  • 8:00 pm Camp Dance with Rich Mountain String Band

  Sunday, July 12

  • 11:00 am Period Church Service
  • 1:30 pm Memorial Ceremony
  • 2:00 pm Battle of Rich Mountain reenactment

  Activities will take place near Field of Fire on the west side of the Rich Mountain Battlefield Civil War Site. Located along Rich Mountain road, the site can be reached by continuing about one mile east from Mabie, or over Rich Mountain seven miles west of Beverly. Please allow enough time to get to the site and get parked before the events you wish to see.

  All activities are free to the public. Donations and food proceeds will go to help preserve and care of the Rich Mountain Battlefield Civil War site. The battle site at Rich Mountain pass, and Camp Garnett earthworks at the base of the mountain, have interpretive signs and are open for visitation. Exhibits and more information about the battle are at the Beverly Heritage Center in Beverly.

  Rich Mountain Battlefield Foundation manages the site and sponsors the reenactment weekend. The reenactment is hosted by West Virginia Reenactors Association, with support from the Randolph County Convention and Visitors Bureau. For directions, more information or meal tickets contact Beverly Heritage Center, PO Box 227, #4 Court Street, Beverly, WV 26253, 304-637-7424, or see www.richmountain.org.
• New moon

  July 15, 2015

  New moon
• Downtown Charleston ArtWalk

  July 16, 2015 — Charleston, Kanawha

  Now in its 13th year, Downtown Charleston ArtWalk is a free self-guided walking tour of Charleston’s shops, galleries and businesses featuring regional art and performances. Typically held the third Thursday of each month, participating shops and organizations extend their hours for browsing, shopping and mingling.

  Participating shops are located along Quarrier, Capitol and Lee streets in Downtown Charleston and feature a variety of art – from paintings and sculptures to photography and music. Attendees can stroll along at their own pace, dip in and out of stores and stop off along the way for a bite to eat at a downtown restaurant. This well-loved family-friendly event takes place from 5 to 8 p.m. and attracts art aficionados as well as folks who just want to get out and try something new.

  The 2015 schedule:

  • March 19
  • April 16
  • May 21
  • June 25 (FestivALL)
  • July 16
  • August 20
  • September 17
  • October 15
  • Nov. 27 (Black Friday)
  • December 17

  For more information: http://www.artwalkcwv.com/
• Archives and History Thursday Lecture: "Blood in West Virginia: Blumfield v. McCoy"

  July 16, 2015 — Charleston, Kanawha

  On July 16, 2015, author and historian Brandon Kirk will present “Blood in West Virginia, Brumfield v. McCoy,” at the Thursday evening lecture in the Archives and History Library in the Culture Center in Charleston. The program will begin at 6:00 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

  Kirk will present his latest work which is the first comprehensive examination of the Lincoln County Feud, one of the most sensational events that occurred in the southern Appalachian Mountains prior to 1900 and a quarrel so virulent it rivaled that of the infamous Hatfields and McCoys. The conflict began over personal grievances between Paris Brumfield, a local distiller and timber man, and Cain Adkins, a preacher, teacher, doctor, and justice of the peace. The dispute quickly overtook the small Appalachian community of Harts, West Virginia, igniting a decade-long vendetta that left at least four persons dead. A descendant of the feudists, Kirk has a unique insight into the blood battle that transpired in his own hometown.

  Brandon Kirk is an Assistant Professor of American History at Southern West Virginia Community & Technical College. The author of more than fifty Appalachian-themed articles, Kirk archived the papers of West Virginia Congressman Ken Hechler, inventoried the collection of West Virginia Hillbilly editor Jim Comstock, collaborated with the late John Hartford to write the Ed Haley biography, appeared in Smithsonian magazine, archived the collection of CBS executive Bob Tamplin, and acted as a consultant to the History Channel’s miniseries Hatfields and McCoys. Kirk resides in his ancestral hometown, now called Harts.

  For additional information, contact the Archives and History Library at (304) 558-0230.
• 2nd Annual BBQ and Live Music

  July 17, 2015 to July 19, 2015 — Rock Cave, Upshur

  Join us in Rock Cave, West Virginia for a weekend of BBQ & Live Music on July 17th – 19th!

  Hosted by the Banks District Volunteer Fire Department, the BBQ & Live Music festivities will begin at 7 PM Friday Evening, and continue all weekend until Sunday afternoon! Come for live music, food vendors and family fun.

  Sunday will be Free Admission with live music & entertainment by three Gospel groups.

  Schedule of Events:

  FRIDAY, JULY 17TH | $6 ADMISSION – CHILDREN 12 AND UNDER ARE FREE

  7 PM – 9 PM: Ryan Cain & the Ables

  SATURDAY, JULY 18TH | $12 ADMISSION – THIS IS AN ALL DAY ADMISSION PRICE – CHILDREN 12 AND UNDER ARE FREE

  • 12:00 – 12:45: The Country Ramblers
  • 1:00 – 2:45: The Band Wagon
  • 3:00 – 4:45: The Laurel Creek Band
  • 5:00 – 6:45: Rachel Burge & Blue Dawning
  • 7:00 – 8:45: The Lilly Mountaineers

  SUNDAY, JULY 19TH | FREE ADMISSION!

  • 1:00 – 1:45: The Silvertones
  • 2:00 – 2:45: Soldiers of the Cross
  • 3:00 – 3:45: The New Beginnings

  Any questions regarding this request can be directed to David Taylor, Public Information Officer, Banks District VFD, 260 Rock Cave Road ,Rock Cave, WV 26234 304.9246864

  Additional information can be found at: https://www.facebook.com/events/597008440441847/
• 50th Anniversary Celebration of The Appalachian South Folklife Center

  July 17, 2015 to July 19, 2015 — Pipestem, Summers

  The 50th Anniversary Celebration of The Appalachian South Folklife Center will continue a long tradition of festivals and creative events at our beautiful rural setting, starting with traditional mountain music festivals in 1968, and continuing with blues and jazz festivals, rock concerts, and world music festivals to this day. This very special event will set the stage for a blossoming of creative energy for the next 50 years. We will honor our history as we move boldly to create our future. We will appreciate the past through remembrance and sharing, we will examine our legacy with scholarly exposition, we will explore future possibilities with facilitated discussion and we will celebrate with story and song. The Festival will begin on Friday, July 17th with a Symposium honoring Don and Connie West at Concord University. Friday evening will feature a concert at the Folklife Center followed by 2 full days of music, dance, crafts and workshops on Saturday and Sunday.

  July 17-19 at Pipestem. http://www.folklifefest.com/
• Julia Child, History Alive!

  July 21, 2015 — Beckley, Raleigh WVHC Event

  In the 1960s a tall, gangly woman with a preposterous voice and joy of life revolutionized the art of cooking for Americans. Julia Child became an icon of gourmet cooking and, using her remarkable energy, humor, and skill, changed the way Americans thought about eating. The First Lady of Food, as she has been called by the Food Network, convinced the nation that anyone could create gourmet meals as she charmed the public with her passion for good food.

  Julia Child, History Alive!, 6pm July 21 at Raleigh County Public Library.

  History Alive! is a project of the West Virginia Humanities Council.
• Ivy Terrace Concert Series presents The Hello Strangers

  July 23, 2015 — Lewisburg, Greenbrier

  Carnegie Hall’s summer concert series is perhaps the most loved of the year. Enjoy FREE live music on the lawn of Carnegie Hall June through August. Bring a picnic supper, a blanket and your dancing shoes! Concerts are held the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. All performances begin at 6:30PM.

  July 23: The Hello Strangers

  http://www.carnegiehallwv.org/performances
• Archives and History Thursday Lecture: African American Life: A Personal Perspective

  July 23, 2015 — Charleston, Kanawha

  On Thursday, July 23, 2015, Hubert S. “Rabbit” Jones will present “African American Life: A Personal Perspective” in the Archives and History Library in the Culture Center in Charleston. The program, which is the second of the 2015 The Block Speakers Series, will begin at 6:00 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

  Jones was born in Laing, West Virginia, three miles above Kayford at the head of Cabin Creek, delivered by the father of the late musician and radio personality Hugh McPherson. After graduating from Washington High School in London WV, in May 1949, he joined the Air Force, where he spent his tour in Hawaii with administrative support. He also became a self-taught musician in the military with his upright bass and played in the band.

  Jones entered West Virginia State College in 1956 to pursue a degree in business administration. He came under the musical tutelage of music department head Dr. Leon Thompson who recruited him to play in the classical orchestra. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in 29 months to make room for his younger brother.

  His love of music led him to associations with musicians such as The Drifters, Solomon Burke, Bill Doggett, Rashan “Roland” Kirk, and Sony Turner who was the lead singer for The Platters. He later joined with MacDonald Cary Jr. and Warren Pope Sr. to open the first licensed black-owned night club and restaurant in West Virginia. Jones was called to play in jam sessions with Tommy Corey, Count Basie, Lionel Hampton, Ray Charles, and Amos Milburn. They played at The Greenbrier, Crazy Horse Café, Juke Box, and Tight Squeeze; Edgewood, Berry Hills and Meadowbrook country clubs; and Shalamar and BJ’s. His name first appeared on a 45 rpm with the Billy J Trio and a memorial album recording with Bob and Frank Thompson.

  Jones worked with the state tax department for several years and became its first black auditor in 1961. In 1964, he became the first black manager with C & P Telephone Company, where he spent 25 years. The West Virginia Symphony’s Principal Bass Violin Chair was endowed by Lyell Clay under the name of Hubert S. “Rabbit” Jones.

  For additional information, call (304) 558-0230.
• Wyoming County Civil War Days

  July 24, 2015 to July 26, 2015 — Oceana, Wyoming WVHC Event

  The Wyoming County Civil War Days are happening July 24, 25, and 26 at the Oceanna Middle School and Gilliland Park. Events include a living history encampment, battle reenactments, a Civil War Ball, Cannon firing after dark, and a Church service. For more information contact Jim Cook at 304-682-5096.

  This project is funded in part by a West Virginia Humanities Council grant.
• West Virginia Hot Dog Festival

  July 25, 2015 — Huntington, Cabell

  Our Tri-State area is home to an unusually large number of hot dog businesses, many decades-old, family-owned businesses that shine as beloved, true traditions!

  We invite you to come to downtown Huntington, WV, on the last Saturday in July each year, as we collect a dozen of the area’s top hot dog businesses, and put them in one location, working together to raise money for the children in our region under treatment for cancer and other life-threatening illness.

  Live music, wiener dog races, 5K and 10K walks and, of course, hot dogs. July 25 at Pullman Square in Huntington.

  http://www.wvhotdogfestival.com/
• Furniture Making

  July 26, 2015 to July 31, 2015 — Cedar Lakes Conference Center, Jackson

  Tom Lynch of Rock Cave, WV is the instructor for the week-long workshop on making twig furniture. Participants will use basic hand and power tools to make a chair from twigs and bark. Cedar Lakes offers a year-round schedule of craft workshops. Contact Gloria Gregorich of the Craft House at 304-372-7860 for information. www.cedarlakes.com
• Julia Child, History Alive!

  July 28, 2015 — South Charleston, Kanawha WVHC Event

  In the 1960s a tall, gangly woman with a preposterous voice and joy of life revolutionized the art of cooking for Americans. Julia Child became an icon of gourmet cooking and, using her remarkable energy, humor, and skill, changed the way Americans thought about eating. The First Lady of Food, as she has been called by the Food Network, convinced the nation that anyone could create gourmet meals as she charmed the public with her passion for good food.

  Julia Child, History Alive!, 7pm July 28 at the South Charleston Public Library.

  History Alive! is a project of the West Virginia Humanities Council.
• Minnie Pearl, History Alive!

  July 28, 2015 — Clendenin, Kanawha WVHC Event

  Minnie Pearl, History Alive!, 6 P.M. July 28 at Clendenin Branch Library. Free.

  History Alive! is a project of the West Virginia Humanities Council.
• Hatfields & McCoys: American Blood Feud traveling exhibit

  July 29, 2015 to August 19, 2015 — Huntington, Cabell WVHC Event

  The Humanities Council traveling exhibit, The Hatfields & McCoys: American Blood Feud, will be at the Heritage Farm Museum and Village in Huntington July 29-August 19. Developed by the West Virginia Humanities Council and illustrated by West Virginia University graphic design students, this traveling exhibit relates the history of the events that have become synonymous with the word feud.

  Heritage Farm Museum and Village, 3300 Harvey Rd, Huntington, WV 25704-9112 Phone: (304) 638-8631

  To book the exhibit contact program officer Mark Payne at payne@wvhumanities.org or 304-346-8500.

  The Hatfields & McCoys: American Blood Feud is a project of the West Virginia Humanities Council. The traveling exhibit is funded in part by ZMM Architects & Engineers of Charleston.
• West Virginia Peach Festival

  July 31, 2015 to July 02, 2015 — Romney, Hampshire

  3rd Annual WV Peach Festival, July 31-August 2

  Sponsored by the WV Peach Festival Committee and Hampshire County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau

  During the entire three-day event peach pies, peach ice cream and peach drinks as well as other desserts will be sold. Pies will be sold by Future Farmers of America students.

  Entertainment will include Rain Crow, N2Pickin, a banjo-fiddle contest, country singing sensation Josh Oldaker and Flashback, among others. The festival begins on Friday morning with Romney Rotary grill, which is free and open to the public.

  Also on Friday at noon, Walt Helmick, commissioner of the West Virginia Department of Agriculture, will crown the king and queen of the festival. Essay contest winners will be chosen from statewide entries.

  Romney ON TRAC, sponsored by the peach festival committee, will facilitate two performances by Joe Santoro and his Wonderment Puppet Theater at the Marketplace Co-op beginning at 1 p.m. Friday. Also on Friday, Flashback, a band that specializes in 1950s and 1960s music, will perform from 6-9 p.m. at the gazebo on the lawn of Taggart Hall. From 6-8 p.m. the Springfield Fire Department will cook dinner, which will include ribs, chicken, baked beans and potato salad.

  Taggart Hall, 91 South High St, Romney WV 26757
• Full moon

  July 31, 2015

  Full moon
• Sacagawea, History Alive!

  July 31, 2015 — Pipestem, Summers WVHC Event

  When Lewis and Clark hired her French-Canadian husband as an interpreter for their expedition in 1804 Sacagawea became the lone female member of the Corps of Discovery. She gave birth to a son in early 1805 and cared for the newborn while on the grueling journey to the Pacific. Aside from her value as an interpreter with knowledge of the landscape her presence with the expedition also communicated to tribes along the way that the Corps had peaceful intentions.

  Sacagawea, History Alive!, 7:30pm July 31 at Pipestem State Park.

  History Alive! is a project of the West Virginia Humanities Council.