Prickett's Fort State Park is a 188-acre state park north of Fairmont that commemorates life on the Virginia frontier during the late 18th century through a living history style of interpretation.

Located near the confluence of Prickett's Creek and the Monongahela River, the park aims to preserve, document, and exhibit the past and features a recreation of the original 18th century Pricketts Fort, which was famous for providing a place of refuge from Native American attack.

Other attractions in the park include the original 19th century Job Prickett House, the Prickett Cemetery, a modern visitor center with several exhibits, and a gift shop.

88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554

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