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1. Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park
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2. Fort Boreman Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Fort Boreman Park
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3. Smoot Theatre

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Smoot Theatre
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4. Philippines Best Food

Philippines Best Food
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5. Jimmie Colombo’s Italian Restaurant

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Jimmie Colombo’s Italian Restaurant
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6. George's Place

George's Place
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7. Actors Guild of Parkersburg

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Actors Guild of Parkersburg
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8. Parkersburg Art Center (PAC)

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Parkersburg Art Center (PAC)
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  • Parkersburg, West Virginia is a small city near the Ohio border.
  • The city was settled after the Revolutionary War when settlers started migrating westward.
  • Parkersburg got its name in 1809 and was chartered as a city in 1860.
  • Parkersburg is home to many historical sites due to its usage as a medical center during the Civil War and features cultural events throughout the year, including an international marketplace and music festivals.

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