Roughly 20 minutes south of West Virginia's oldest town, travelers can discover natural beauty and unforgettable stories at one of the most important towns in American history, Harpers Ferry. Its ...

Harpers Ferry has long been known as one of the most important towns in American history, a West Virginia gem replete with ample historical sites. From the Civil War Museum to John Brown's Fort, an ...

HARPER’S FERRY, W. Va. (WCSC) - The raid on Harpers Ferry, an attempt to ignite a slave rebellion that would have a heavy hand in launching the Civil War kicked off 166 years ago. Abolitionist John ...

CC0 Usage Conditions ApplyClick for more information. This collection, which dates from circa 1853-1996, contains material documenting the history of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, including the ...

There’s a sign in front of The Vintage Lady, a gift shop at the top of a hill, that pretty much sums up the Harpers Ferry experience. It reads: "You are almost there. Keep walking, please." If you ...

Harpers Ferry and its place in history -- Remembering Harpers Ferry -- The local campaign for a national monument -- Local residents and the National Park Service -- Harper House and the Women's Clubs ...

A bill sponsored by West Virginia’s two delegates proposes a land exchange between Harpers Ferry National Historic Park and U.S. Customs and Border Protection.