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This feature is a series of great statues of pioneer women who conquered the wilds of early America and helped establish settlements, towns, cities, and homes throughout the Western Expansion. The twelve statues are located on the National Old Trails Road, which was the main highway to the west, going from Maryland to California. The statue in Wheeling, West Virginia is of a pioneer woman holding a baby along with a young child clutching her dress. The monument is located in the National Road Corridor Historic District within the downtown area of Wheeling. The National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution made the monuments possible.

Madonna of the Trail, On Rte. 40, near the entrance to Wheeling Park: 1801 National Rd. Wheeling, WV 26003

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Walk across the Wheeling Suspension Bridge Enjoy a sunny day at Oglebay Park Take the kids to The Good Zoo Enjoy a live show at Capitol Theatre Visit the Kruger Street Toy and Train Museum Learn about history at the West Virginia Independence Hall Try your luck at Wheeling Island Racetrack and Gaming Center Have fun at Wheeling Park Watch a game at Wesbanco Arena Admire religious art at Cathedral of St. Joseph Visit the Madonna of the Trail Learn about aviation history through antiques at Wheeling-Ohio County Airport Take the whole family to the Challenger Learning Center Learn about green energy at First State Capitol Building Enjoy a Wheeling Symphony Orchestra concert See The Mingo Native American Statue Try the unique flavors of Vagabond Kitchen Have a feast at River City Restaurant and Bar Experience local culture at Oglebay Institute

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