Weston: Discover History and Glass Art

Weston offers several ways to enjoy a stay focused on history and culture: a historic landmark, guided tours, museums, and glass-related attractions. You can plan your trip around whichever aspect interests you most. The sites and activities offer different perspectives—from the history of a single building to collections and events.

History in Buildings and on City Tours

The Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum is a National Historic Landmark in historic Weston, West Virginia. The VIP tour is led by an expert guide through the Kirkbride building and brings together architecture and history, early treatment methods, Civil War topics, and paranormal content. It therefore combines several themes in one guided tour. Tour formats and schedules may change; check which dates are available before your visit.

The historic walking tour of Weston offers another distinct perspective: it includes 40 stops at points of interest. The number may change if the tour is expanded. The Weston Downtown Historic District is listed in the National Register of Historic Places entries for West Virginia. These details distinguish the perspective of a historic district from that of a tour with individual stops.

The Weston Colored School offers another historical perspective. From its establishment in 1882 until desegregation in May 1954, it served the community’s African American youth. This long period makes the school’s history a distinct chapter in the history of the area.

Glass Art and Museum Collections

The Lady Jane Stained Glass Doll House is on display at the Museum of American Glass in West Virginia. The museum is also home to the Martin Massman Steuben Art Glass Collection, which comprises 213 pieces and is considered the second-largest Steuben collection in the world. The collection offers a different way to explore glass than the individual glass house; you can plan to visit both as distinct points of interest.

Appalachian Glass operates a working studio at 499 US Highway 33 East in Weston. The studio also hosts the annual Glass Fest. Since event dates may change, it is a good idea to check the dates for your planned travel period in advance.

Military History and Local Events

The Mountaineer Military Museum is located in downtown Weston and offers guided tours. The personal and historical items on display include exhibits from the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Civil War. These three conflicts give the tours a broad chronological focus on military history.

The Lewis County Farmers Market is also part of the local events scene. During its 2026 season, it was held on Fridays in the parking lot on Water Street along the Weston riverfront. Participants included local farmers, makers, bakers, artisans, and musicians. These details apply to the 2026 season; check future market dates before your trip.

If you are looking for a hotel in Weston, you can use your preferred area of interest to guide your stay—for example, a tour of the Kirkbride building, local history, or glass art. For events and tours, it is worth factoring the relevant dates into your travel plans. This lets you connect your accommodation search with the topics that interest you most in Weston.

For a broader travel overview: Lewis County.