Blennerhassett Island Historic State Park
Parkersburg, West Virginia
Welcome to West Virginia's historic and beautiful Blennerhassett Island Historic State Park located on an Island in the Ohio River near Parkersburg. In 1789 a wealthy Irish couple named Harman and Margaret Blennerhassett settled on the island and built the mansion. In the early 19th century they allowed Aaron Burr to set up his southwest military expedition headquarters here. This park has over 40,000 visitors annually but visitors may only come from May through October. Come out and learn some history or take a horsedrawn carriage ride.
To contact the park office please call 304-420-4800.
511.00 acresabout 390 football fields
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Acreage511.00
Managed byState of West Virginia
Address137 Juliana Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101
Coordinates39.272663, -81.632195
Websitenone on file
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