RITCHIE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

PENNSBORO, WV

Leith Run Campground The Leith Run Recreation Area is one of the Wayne National Forest’s most well-loved destinations. Situated on the banks of the Ohio River, it features a developed campground with electric hookups, two picnic shelters, fishing decks, and a playground. There is also a hiking trailhead on site and a boat ramp nearby. Forest Service photo by Gary Chancey.
Leith Run Campground Credit: Wayne National Forest

The Ritchie County Historical Society Inc is a non-profit organization located in Pennsboro, West Virginia. Founded in 1976, the society's primary mission is to preserve and promote the history of Ritchie County and its communities. The society is run by a board of directors and operates with the help of volunteers.

The society has a museum located in Pennsboro, which showcases artifacts, photographs, and documents that depict the history of Ritchie County. The museum has several exhibits that highlight the county's past, including its role in the Civil War, the oil and gas industry, and local agriculture. The society also maintains a research library that contains a wealth of historical information about the county, including genealogical records, maps, and manuscripts.

In addition to preserving local history, the society is active in promoting education and community engagement. The society regularly hosts events, such as lectures and workshops, that focus on local history and culture. The society also partners with local schools to provide educational resources and programs for students.

Overall, the Ritchie County Historical Society Inc is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Ritchie County and its communities. Through its museum, research library, and educational programs, the society is committed to preserving and promoting the county's rich history for generations to come.

RITCHIE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in PENNSBORO WV. US MID #8405400125

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).

Leith Run Campground The Leith Run Recreation Area is one of the Wayne National Forest’s most well-loved destinations. Situated on the banks of the Ohio River, it features a developed campground with electric hookups, two picnic shelters, fishing decks, and a playground. There is also a hiking trailhead on site and a boat ramp nearby. Forest Service photo by Gary Chancey.
Leith Run Campground The Leith Run Recreation Area is one of the Wayne National Forest’s most well-loved destinations. Situated on the banks of the Ohio River, it features a developed campground with electric hookups, two picnic shelters, fishing decks, and a playground. There is also a hiking trailhead on site and a boat ramp nearby. Forest Service photo by Gary Chancey.
Leith Run Campground The Leith Run Recreation Area is one of the Wayne National Forest’s most well-loved destinations. Situated on the banks of the Ohio River, it features a developed campground with electric hookups, two picnic shelters, fishing decks, and a playground. There is also a hiking trailhead on site and a boat ramp nearby. Forest Service photo by Gary Chancey.
Fishing at Leith Run Recreation Area Fishing is a time-honored tradition, and there are hundreds of opportunities throughout the national forest. The Leith Run Recreation Area offers visitors opportunities to fish in the Ohio River, as well as a quiet embayment. Forest Service photo by Gary Chancey.
Frontier Boat Launch The Frontier Boat Launch provides access to the Ohio River. Forest Service photo by Gary Chancey.
Boating on the Ohio River Visitors can access the Ohio River using the Frontier Boat Launch. Forest Service photo by Gary Chancey.
Frontier Boat Launch The Frontier Boat Launch provides access to the Ohio River. Forest Service photo by Gary Chancey.
Leith Run Recreation Area The Leith Run Recreation Area sits along the banks of the Ohio River and features a campground, picnic area, trails, playground, and more. Forest Service photo by Gary Chancey.
Frontier Boat Launch The Frontier Boat Launch is located in the national forest’s Marietta Unit, right off Ohio State Route 7. It includes a wide boat launch that can handle two vehicles at the same time, as well as 70 parking spaces for trucks and trailers plus additional parking for cars. The parking area is even open all night seven days a week, so overnight parking of vehicles and trailers is allowed! Forest Service photo by Kyle Brooks
Scenic River Trail A view of the Scenic River Trail as it cuts through an understory of wildflowers in the spring. This trail is open to mountain biking, walking, hiking, and trail running. Forest Service photo by Kyle Brooks
Ohio River at the Frontier Boat Launch The mighty Ohio River as seen from the Frontier Boat Launch. The Frontier Boat Launch is located in the national forest’s Marietta Unit, right off Ohio State Route 7. It includes a wide boat launch that can handle two vehicles at the same time, as well as 70 parking spaces for trucks and trailers plus additional parking for cars. The parking area is even open all night seven days a week, so overnight parking of vehicles and trailers is allowed! Forest Service photo by Kyle Brooks
Backwater Along the Ohio River at Leith Run Leith Run, a small creek, feeds into the large Ohio River at the Leith Run Recreation Area and Campground. Where the two streams meet, a small backwater forms. This backwater provides dense, still-water cover to many fish and other aquatic species. In particular, these backwaters are important for young fish that would otherwise be great snacks out in the open water. Photo by the Forest Service.

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RITCHIE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
310 W MYLES AVE
PENNSBORO
WV
26415-1329

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MID # 8405400125
Name RITCHIE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 371502893
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 39.284184, -80.961839
CODES FIPS State Code: 54
FIPS County Code: 085
US Census Tract: 962300
US Census Block: 2034