Attractions

• Mannington Attractions
  • Round Barn - The round barn design was popular in Pennsylvania and West Virginia in the early 1900s. Amos Hamilton built this dairy barn in 1912. It was built by family and neighbors using lumber from his farm. The total cost was about $1,800.
    It is constructed with oak and sided with yellow poplar. The barn held 25 cattle and 7 tons of hay. The barn is 62'in diameter and 75' tall.
    In 1983 the West Augusta Historical Society purchased and restored the barn. It is now operated as a museum.
  • West Augusta Historical Museum - The Museum is charged with caring for and exhibiting documents, artifacts, historical papers, and printed treasures representative of the past history of Marion County, for the pleasure and edification of both old and young. Open 10 am to 2 pm.
    Marion County Historical Society Museum has a Gift Shop , hosts School Tours and hosts Special Events.