CEREDO HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM

CEREDO, WV

Vista Along the Vesuvius Horse Trail System A view of the forested hills of southeast Ohio as seen from a high point along the Vesuvius Horse Trail System in the Ironton Ranger District. Forest Service photo by Kyle Brooks.
Vista Along the Vesuvius Horse Trail System Credit: Wayne National Forest

The Ceredo Historical Society Museum is a small museum located in Ceredo, West Virginia, dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of the town and its surrounding area. The museum is housed in the former Ceredo-Kenova Railroad Station, which was built in 1893 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The museum's exhibits include artifacts and memorabilia from Ceredo's past, including photographs, documents, and items from the town's early businesses and industries. Visitors can also see exhibits on the area's Native American history, the Civil War, and the development of the railroad.

One of the museum's most notable features is its collection of items related to the town's founder, Eli Thayer, who established Ceredo in 1857 as a model community for abolitionists. Thayer's vision of a town where free soil and free labor would flourish is explored through exhibits on his life and work.

The Ceredo Historical Society Museum is staffed by volunteers and is open to the public on weekends and by appointment. Admission is free, and donations are gratefully accepted. The museum offers a unique glimpse into the history of a small West Virginia town and the people who lived there.

CEREDO HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in CEREDO WV. US MID #8405400032

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

Vista Along the Vesuvius Horse Trail System A view of the forested hills of southeast Ohio as seen from a high point along the Vesuvius Horse Trail System in the Ironton Ranger District. Forest Service photo by Kyle Brooks.
Hanging Rock Ponds The Hanging Rock Off-Highway Vehicle Trail System winds around what was previously a strip mine. This trail system features stunted trees and dozens of small ponds that have since been stocked with fish. The name "Hanging Rock" refers to the nearby village of Hanging Rock, which got its name from a cliff face that seemed to "hang" over the village. Forest Service photo by Kyle Brooks.
Rock House Trail The Rock House Trail is one of the many trail options in the Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area. The out-and-back trail is 0.75 miles long and leads to a large rock overhang. This trail is a great option for those wanting a short, easy experience with fantastic views. Benches are available every few hundred feet, and interpretive signs can be found along the way. The final stretch features a wooden boardwalk that leads to a small deck complete with benches underneath the rock overhang. The main feature of this trail is the large rock overhang. These types of geologic features are commonly called “rock houses” or “rock shelters.” This rock house is made of sandstone formed during the Pennsylvanian Period sometime between 318 million and 299 million years ago. The rock house itself was created more recently when water eroded the upper and lower portions of the sandstone at different rates. The lower portions of the sandstone are softer and could be eroded faster than the harder sections near the top. Rock houses have been important to and loved by people for thousands of years. American Indians used these geologic features for shelter, ceremonies, and more. In the 1800s, southeast Ohioans would use such rock houses for shelter, ceremonies, labor union meetings, and beyond. Some outlaws even infamously used rock houses as secret outposts to hide stolen goods or themselves from the law. Today, many people visit rock houses for their beauty and awe-inspiring grandeur. Forest Service photo by Kyle Brooks.
Rock House Trail The Rock House Trail is one of the many trail options in the Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area. The out-and-back trail is 0.75 miles long and leads to a large rock overhang. This trail is a great option for those wanting a short, easy experience with fantastic views. Benches are available every few hundred feet, and interpretive signs can be found along the way. The final stretch features a wooden boardwalk that leads to a small deck complete with benches underneath the rock overhang. The main feature of this trail is the large rock overhang. These types of geologic features are commonly called “rock houses” or “rock shelters.” This rock house is made of sandstone formed during the Pennsylvanian Period sometime between 318 million and 299 million years ago. The rock house itself was created more recently when water eroded the upper and lower portions of the sandstone at different rates. The lower portions of the sandstone are softer and could be eroded faster than the harder sections near the top. Rock houses have been important to and loved by people for thousands of years. American Indians used these geologic features for shelter, ceremonies, and more. In the 1800s, southeast Ohioans would use such rock houses for shelter, ceremonies, labor union meetings, and beyond. Some outlaws even infamously used rock houses as secret outposts to hide stolen goods or themselves from the law. Today, many people visit rock houses for their beauty and awe-inspiring grandeur. Forest Service photo by Kyle Brooks.
Rock House Trail The Rock House Trail is one of the many trail options in the Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area. The out-and-back trail is 0.75 miles long and leads to a large rock overhang. This trail is a great option for those wanting a short, easy experience with fantastic views. Benches are available every few hundred feet, and interpretive signs can be found along the way. The final stretch features a wooden boardwalk that leads to a small deck complete with benches underneath the rock overhang. The main feature of this trail is the large rock overhang. These types of geologic features are commonly called “rock houses” or “rock shelters.” This rock house is made of sandstone formed during the Pennsylvanian Period sometime between 318 million and 299 million years ago. The rock house itself was created more recently when water eroded the upper and lower portions of the sandstone at different rates. The lower portions of the sandstone are softer and could be eroded faster than the harder sections near the top. Rock houses have been important to and loved by people for thousands of years. American Indians used these geologic features for shelter, ceremonies, and more. In the 1800s, southeast Ohioans would use such rock houses for shelter, ceremonies, labor union meetings, and beyond. Some outlaws even infamously used rock houses as secret outposts to hide stolen goods or themselves from the law. Today, many people visit rock houses for their beauty and awe-inspiring grandeur. Forest Service photo by Kyle Brooks.
Rock House Trail The Rock House Trail is one of the many trail options in the Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area. The out-and-back trail is 0.75 miles long and leads to a large rock overhang. This trail is a great option for those wanting a short, easy experience with fantastic views. Benches are available every few hundred feet, and interpretive signs can be found along the way. The final stretch features a wooden boardwalk that leads to a small deck complete with benches underneath the rock overhang. The main feature of this trail is the large rock overhang. These types of geologic features are commonly called “rock houses” or “rock shelters.” This rock house is made of sandstone formed during the Pennsylvanian Period sometime between 318 million and 299 million years ago. The rock house itself was created more recently when water eroded the upper and lower portions of the sandstone at different rates. The lower portions of the sandstone are softer and could be eroded faster than the harder sections near the top. Rock houses have been important to and loved by people for thousands of years. American Indians used these geologic features for shelter, ceremonies, and more. In the 1800s, southeast Ohioans would use such rock houses for shelter, ceremonies, labor union meetings, and beyond. Some outlaws even infamously used rock houses as secret outposts to hide stolen goods or themselves from the law. Today, many people visit rock houses for their beauty and awe-inspiring grandeur. Forest Service photo by Kyle Brooks.
Lake Vesuvius Boardwalk The Lake Vesuvius Boardwalk connects two areas of the Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area, and provides great fishing opportunities. Photo by the Forest Service.
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CEREDO HISTORICAL SOCIETY MSM
601 MAIN ST
CEREDO
WV
25507

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MID # 8405400032
Name CEREDO HISTORICAL SOCIETY MSM
Alternate Name CEREDO HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
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LAT/LONG 38.396941, -82.562018
CODES FIPS State Code: 54
FIPS County Code: 099
US Census Tract: 020300
US Census Block: 6059