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Harpers Ferry Civil War Round Table Hosts John Brown Reenactment

Civil War Roundtable to meet Nov. 12 The Journal | Tuesday, November 4, 2025 By Staff Join the Harpers Ferry Civil War Round Table on November 12 for a dinner program featuring reenactor Doug Dobbs portraying John Brown. The event will take place at Camp Hill United Methodist Church in Harpers

Shepherdstown Hosts Fall Fine Art Show by Potomac Artist Guild

Fine Art Show on tap The Journal | Tuesday, November 4, 2025 By Staff The Potomac Artist Guild is set to host a vibrant Fall Fine Art Show at the Shepherdstown Community Club from November 7 to 9, offering locals and visitors alike the chance to immerse themselves in an array

Shepherdstown Hosts Pine Tree Flyers Workshop and Concert

Workshop and concert coming Nov. 8 The Journal | Tuesday, November 4, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports that a workshop and concert featuring the Pine Tree Flyers will take place on Saturday, Nov. 8, at the Shepherdstown Presbyterian Church. This event showcases the rich tradition of New England music, highlighting

Carnegie Hall Musicians Perform at Asbury Church in Charles Town

Carnegie Hall Musicians Perform at Asbury Church in Charles Town

Musicians from Carnegie Hall perform at Asbury United Methodist Church The Journal | Tuesday, November 4, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On Sunday afternoon, Asbury United Methodist Church in Charles Town hosted a remarkable concert featuring musicians from Carnegie Hall. The renowned pianist and music director Timur Mustakimov accompanied the Kazakh National

The Legacy of Andrew Hunter: A Historical Figure in Charles Town

Andrew Hunter's legacy in Charles Town The Journal | Tuesday, November 4, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Andrew Hunter, a prominent attorney in Charles Town, played a significant role in the prosecution during the John Brown trial in 1859. After moving to a new home along East Washington Street, his

Historic Washington Street Buildings: Charles Town's Legacy

Historic Washington Street Buildings: Charles Town's Legacy

Washington Street buildings have long and storied history in Charles Town The Journal | Tuesday, November 4, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway As the Jefferson County government transitions to the former American Public University System building, the future of historic structures along Washington Street in Charles Town becomes a focal point. Douglas

John Brown's Conviction: A Turning Point in Civil War Events

John Brown's Conviction: A Turning Point in Civil War Events

This week in West Virginia history The Herald Dispatch | Tuesday, November 4, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway This week in history highlights a significant event from November 2, 1859, when John Brown was convicted of murder, treason, and insurrection in the courthouse in Charles Town. His raid on Harpers Ferry was