Around & About the Clarksburg History Museum

Feb 25 2025 17 ep. 53 mins 1

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Around & About the Clarksburg History Museum is an oral history project brought to life through a podcast. Hosted by Martha Jett, a Clarksburg, West Virginia and Harrison County historian, every episode features a topic related to history from our Jewel of the Hills (Clarksburg). Since history is rarely isolated, some stories reach beyond the county seat and into the county; some stories will feature events from our surrounding counties.

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Marketing by Beth Gain

West Virginia Mountain Melody performed by Steve Peters

Editing by J. Joseph

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The Story of Helvetia, West Virginia

Feb 25 2025 56 mins

Host Martha Jett explores the history and cultural preservation of Helvetia, West Virginia, a Swiss settlement founded in 1869. Anna Chandler shares insights into the town’s origins, traditions like Fasnacht and the Feast of Saint Nicholas, and efforts to document and maintain its historical archives. The discussion also highlights Helvetia’s early industries, the resilience of

Street Cars of Early Clarksburg

Jan 27 2025 55 mins

Discover the fascinating history of streetcars and Clarksburg’s vibrant past as Bob Taylor recounts personal stories, community connections, and nostalgic memories of West Virginia’s evolution. A heartfelt dive into transportation, local culture, and historical preservation.

David Selby: Famed Actor and Lifelong Mountaineer

Jan 03 2025 45 mins

Rise to Fame and Iconic RolesWest Virginia Native David Selby discusses his rise to fame, from his beginnings on the humble production of Honey in the Rock to highlighting his time on the Gothic soap opera Dark Shadows as Quentin Collins, a character beloved for his mysterious presence and iconic sideburns. He fondly recalled working with Joan Bennett and other cast members, as wel

Fort New Salem: Harrison County's Pioneer Frontier

Nov 29 2024 48 mins

Fort New Salem is an eight-acre reconstructed 19th-century Appalachian settlement located in Salem, West Virginia. Featuring 17 log structures authentically relocated and restored, the site preserves the history, crafts, and traditions of Western Virginia's frontier communities. Initially developed in the early 1970s, the village opened to the public in 1974 and is now managed by t

Clarksburg Radio History With Lew Dobbins

Nov 22 2024 69 mins

Lew Dobbins spent more than 47 years in radio and television broadcasting in Clarksburg, West Virginia. Lew reminisces about his career in country music, his experiences meeting with music celebrities like Dolly Parton, George Jones, and Tammy Wynette. In 2008, Lew was inducted into the West Virginia Broadcasters Hall of Fame and in 2017 he compiled his memories into his memoir Lew

Visiting With Peter Taylor, Harrison County Civil War Historian

Nov 11 2024 60 mins

Clarksburg resident Peter Taylor, retired Lt. Col., author, and historian shares stories from his years in Vietnam and tells the details about his recent Civil War title,The Most Hated Man in Clarksburg. Most Hated Man tells the intriguing story of Captain Charles Leib, Assistant Quartermaster General, who established the town’s military garrison in 1861.

History of the Clarksburg VFW - Meuse-Argonne Post

Nov 09 2024 48 mins

Faith Dixon, coordinator for Clarksburg's VFW Post 573, shares history and stories related to the founding and continued operation of the post, including a special story of Lucinda Rose and the legend of the Spanish cannon.

A Conversation with Sam Folio: Clarksburg's Own Musical Wonder

Oct 29 2024 85 mins

It is hard to believe that Sam Folio's broad music career which has spanned nearly 7 decades, started humbly in a small grade school classroom when he learned to play the ukulele. Martha walks down memory lane with Sam, recounting his early years in a bustling Clarksburg, his experiences meeting world famous musicians and composers, and some other fun stories not even related to mu

Tom Felt and the Museum of American Glass in West Virginia

Oct 16 2024 59 mins

Tom Felt, curator and archivist at the Museum of American Glass in West Virginia, talks about the mission of the museum to preserve the diverse and rich history of the heritage of glass as a historical object and the lives of the glass worker who built the industry.

Clarksburg's Civilian Conservation Corps

Sep 19 2024 31 mins

Dr. Robert Anderson, noted West Virginia historian and author shares the history of the sometimes forgotten work of the Civilian Conservation Corps. He discusses the impact of the work on our local, state, and national park system as well as stories from his growing up days in West Virginia.