Our Museums
The Marshall County Historical Society operates two museums dedicated to the rich and illustrious history of Marshall County West Virginia. These are the Marshall County History Museum in Moundsville and the Historic Cockayne Farmstead Museum in Glen Dale. Both museums offer a fascinating look at Marshall County's history as told through artifacts, documents, photographs, stories, events, and so much more! Our museums make a perfect stop for locals, travelers, school field trips, and organizations or groups. Reignite your memories of years gone by, learn about our Marshall County heritage, and become engrossed in the fascinating and rich history that our county has to offer!
Marshall County History Museum
The Marshall County History Museum is located in the former Hughes Mission Church, constructed at the corner of 13th and Lockwood in Moundsville, in 1922. The church later housed Messiah Lutheran Church until 1964, and finally Gateway Apostolic Church. The Marshall County Historical Society was fortunate enough to acquire the building in 1996. The museum features displays of artifacts related to Marshall County businesses, industries, military veterans, agriculture, education, and much more! There is also a family genealogy and research center on site, which houses an extensive archive of historic records, documents, photographs, maps, and publications for public use. The museum is staffed entirely by volunteers and has recently undergone a major overhaul, featuring new displays and never before seen artifacts from our collection. The Marshall County Historical Society is always looking for new additions to its museum and archives collections.
Mondays and every third Saturday of the month:
10:00 - 3:00
Call for an appointment! 304-845-1411
Museum Hours:
The Cockayne Farmstead
From the late 1790s to early 2000s, the Cockayne family’s name was known near and far. The Bennett Cockayne House, built in 1850, now stands as a unique window into the past of not only the Cockayne family, but Marshall County as a whole, shining a light on the county’s worldwide impact on agriculture. With the last major renovation happening around the turn of the 20th century, the house has been “frozen in time”. The collection inside contains all original artifacts from four generations of the family and contains over 3,000 artifacts and over 15,000 documents.
Along with guided day tours which walk you through the family’s home and life and special events, the farmstead also serves as an educational center and provides schools with exciting field trips full of crafts, games, and a look into the life during the 19th and 20th centuries that is often hard to find.
Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 4:00
Second and Third Saturday of the month (June-September): 10:00 - 4:00