- TripBuzz found 128 things to do with kids in or near Shepherdstown, West Virginia, including 125 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Frederick, Hagerstown, Martinsburg and Harpers Ferry.
- From Shepherdstown Museum to Morgan Grove Park, the Shepherdstown area offers 91 different types of family activities, including: Colleges & Universities, History Museums, Parks and Movie Theaters.
- Situated along the Potomac River in West Virginia's northeast region is Shepherdstown. Home to Shepherd University, the quaint town is home to just over 1,000 residents. Settled in 1762, the historical community has much to offer to locals, students and visitors to the area through its homes, museums, shops and cafes, all housed in original buildings. Other points of interest include the towns scenic bridges, art festivals and local theatres.
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43 Old Taylor Ln, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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Built by relatives of John Wilkes Booth, he stayed in this home when witnessing the execution of John Brown, and historians believe he was headed to this house after shooting Abraham Lincoln. Guests can attend ghost tours of the home, séances, and the home is used for paranormal research.
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19821 Shepherdstown Pike, Boonsboro, MD 21713
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Crystal Grottoes Caverns, Maryland's only show caves, are natural caves containing interesting geological formations such as flowstones, stalactites and more.
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An expansive collection of memorabilia can be found at the Civil War Living History Museum. War relics, documents, and knowledgeable hosts are part of every tour. History buffs and curious visitors alike find something of interest to touch and experience.
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Opened in 2010, The Haunted Cottage is a local haunted attraction commonly visited by those fascinated by the paranormal. Ghost tours, paranormal research training, and unexplained events are among the many reasons that attract visitors to the cottage.
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Overlooking the Potomac River, Jefferson Rock is a rock formation along the Appalachian trail. The rock offers stunning panoramic views of the river and surrounding wilderness areas, and is accessible by hiking.
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Weverton Cliff Trail is a ten mile hiking trail for hikers of all skill levels. Most of the trail follows the Shenandoah River, with small side trails leading to the riverbank.
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Through music, photos, and wax figures, the John Brown Wax Museum tells the story of John Brown's attack on Harpers Ferry. John Brown led an attempt in 1859 to stop slavery, and his story became the popular Battle Hymn of the Republic song.
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The Lambert Park Pool is an outdoor recreational pool that is home to a bathhouse, a concessions stand, a baby pool, a wading pool, and a water slide. The pool also has paved parking available.
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Originally built in 1874, the Triple Brick Museum was used as housing for B&O Railroad employees passing through Martinsburg. The museum now stands as a historical tribute to the areas railroad history.
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Built in the colonial era, the Adam Stephen House is exemplary of colonial architecture. Now a museum, it features collections of art and artifacts, including fossils and primitive stone tools unearthed from the caverns beneath the house.