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Harpers Ferry

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, is a historic town at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers. Known for its picturesque scenery and rich history, it was the site of John Brown's raid in 1859, which played a significant role in sparking the U.S. Civil War. Today, it's a popular destination for hiking, history tours, and river activities, drawing visitors to its well-preserved national historical park.

Harpers Ferry Parks Reopen as West Virginia Leads Nationally

West Virginia first state to reopen national parks amid shutdown WBOY 12 News | Friday, October 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway West Virginia has become the first state to fully reopen its national parks during the ongoing government shutdown, a move praised by Governor Morrisey. With the New River Gorge National

New River Gorge and Harpers Ferry Parks Reopen Fully

West Virginia becomes first state to fully reopen national parks amid shutdown WTRF | Friday, October 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway WTRF reports that West Virginia has become the first state to fully reopen its national parks, including the popular New River Gorge and Harpers Ferry sites, amid the federal government

Morrisey Ensures Harpers Ferry National Park Remains Open Amid Shutdown

Governor Patrick Morrisey Works With Trump Administration to Reopen West Virginia’s National Parks Amid Federal Government Shutdown The West Virginia Daily News | Friday, October 3, 2025 By Staff In response to the recent federal government shutdown, Governor Patrick Morrisey has signed a donation agreement to keep national parks like

Keeping Harpers Ferry Accessible During Government Shutdown

Morrisey, West Virginia Tourism plan to keep state's national parks open amid government shutdown DC News Now | Thursday, October 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Governor Patrick Morrisey announced plans to maintain accessibility to West Virginia’s national parks, including Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, during the ongoing government

Governor Morrisey Acts to Keep Harpers Ferry Parks Open

Governor Morrisey works to reopen West Virginia’s national parks during government shutdown WVNS | Thursday, October 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Amid the federal government shutdown, Governor Patrick Morrisey has signed an agreement to ensure the continued operation of West Virginia’s national parks, including those near Harpers Ferry. The

West Virginia Ensures Park Access During Government Shutdown

West Virginia will pay $7,000 a day to keep national parks visitor services during shutdown WV Metro News | Thursday, October 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In response to the ongoing federal government shutdown, West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has initiated a funding plan to ensure that national parks like

Harpers Ferry and New River Parks Remain Open Amid Shutdown

Morrisey, West Virginia Tourism plan to keep state's national parks open amid government shutdown WOWK 13 News | Thursday, October 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In response to the ongoing government shutdown, West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has collaborated with the state's tourism department to keep national