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Bordered by five states — Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, Kentucky, and Ohio — West Virginia has a population of just under 2 million people. West Virginia is the 10th-smallest state by size and has a total area of only about 24,000 square miles. West Virginia is the only state to result from separating from a Confederate state, and it joined the Union on June 20, 1863. 

West Virginia has historically played a key role in the logging and coal mining industries, and today it is known for its mountains and hills that allow for an array of outdoor recreational activities, including skiing, hiking, biking, and rock climbing. Aside from its numerous recreational offerings, West Virginia also has other attractions, such as its museums, numerous annual events, and numerous college sports games.

Some of the top attractions in the state include Blackwater Falls State Park, Snowshoe Basin, and Harpers Ferry, where abolitionist John Brown raided a U.S. military arsenal. Those into the supernatural can visit the Mothman Museum, and those interested in art or history can explore sites such as the Huntington Museum of Art and the West Virginia State Capitol building, among other places. 

Upcoming Events Near West Virginia

• West Virginia Strawberry Festival – This upcoming week-long event takes place every May in Buckhannon, West Virginia. This festival consists of multiple fun activities, including strawberry auctions, car shows, parades, street parties, and band competitions. 

• Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting – This upcoming event takes place every February at The Country Inn of Berkeley Springs. This is the largest international water tasting, and it’s been going strong for more than thirty years.

• State Fair of West Virginia – This upcoming event takes place in mid-August annually in Lewisburg, West Virginia. Top activities that take place at this state fair include concerts, carnival rides, and livestock shows. Past performers at this state fair include Johnny Cash, Britney Spears, Little Big Town, and Loretta Lynn.

• Mountain State Art & Craft Fair – This upcoming event takes place annually in July on the grounds of the Cedar Lakes Conference Center near Ripley, West Virginia. The purpose of this fair is to celebrate Appalachian culture, including its art, music, and food.