Energy Rock Gym 269 Graham Dr., Charleston 304-951-8999 Rock-climbing gym geared toward climbing and training. # Kanawha County Public Library 123 Capitol St., Charleston 304-343-4646 The largest public library in West Virginia, featuring more than 300,000 items housed in its downtown location. See ad on page 11 Shoney’s Big Boy Museum Patrick Street, Charleston Outdoor mini-exhibit on 1947 founding of a fast food chain. The historical plaque credits Alex Schoenbaum with starting what became Shoney’s Big Boy as the Parkette Drive-In here. Erma Byrd Art Gallery 2300 MacCorkle Ave. SE., Charleston 304-352-0014 A gallery currently home to 155 pieces of art created exclusively by West Virginia female artists. Kanawha Players Theatre FOOTMAD (Friends of Old-Time Music & Dance) Charleston 304-729-4382 FOOTMAD hosts a variety of musicians, dancers, concerts and more. 115 Spring St., Charleston 304-343-PLAY One of the oldest, continuously operating amateur theatre companies in the country. # Spring Hill Cemetery Park 1555 Farnsworth Dr., Charleston 304-348-8010 With its beautiful location overlooking the State Capitol, this cemetery high above the city is one of the valley’s most scenic spots. Kanawha State Forest 7500 Kanawha State Forest Dr., Charleston 304-558-3500 Located 7 miles outside of Charleston, known for its extensive network of hiking and biking trails. Sunrise Carriage Trail 746 Myrtle Rd., Charleston 304-344-5075 A meandering 0.65-mile gravel trail that rises gently through the beautiful woods above Charleston. Galaxy Lanes 6545 MacCorkle Ave. SE, Charleston 304-925-1156 Family friendly bowling alley. # Haddad Riverfront Park Magic Island 600 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston 304-348-6860 Downtown riverfront amphitheater that hosts many events and performances, including the city’s free “Live on the Levee” summer concert series. 101 Kanawha Blvd. W., Charleston 304-348-6860 Riverfront park downtown featuring a walking path, splash park, playground and picnic areas. The Block -African American Exhibit 601 Morris St., Charleston 304-344-5075 Discover the vibrant history of Charleston’s African-Americans who lived in a downtown district known as The Block. Mountain Stage 600 Capitol St., Charleston 304-556-4900 JQ Dickinson Salt-Works Uncork & Create A two-hour live music radio show produced by WV Public Radio and distributed worldwide by National Public Radio. # 4797 Midland Dr., Malden 304-925-7918 Symbol Key: Historic salt-works facility offering tours and farm-to-= Admission fee charged table dinners. Gift shop onsite. See ad on page 10 901 Quarrier St., Charleston 304-552-3331 Express your inner artist or whip up a culinary masterpiece at this do-it-yourself art and cooking studio with sessions led by artists and chefs. # Park Place Stadium Cinema 600 Washington St. E., Charleston 304-345-6541 # 14 Multiplex theater offering self-serve popcorn and drinks. # charlestonwv.com
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