The best arts & culture spots in Mon County

6 arts & culture spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Watts Museum

Arts & Culture

From coal mine rescue teams to oil boom gadgets, Watts Museum turns West Virginia’s energy history into vivid storytelling. Swing by for…

Mineral Resources Building, 1374 Evansdale Dr (Morgantown)

“From coal mine rescue teams to oil boom gadgets, Watts Museum turns West Virginia’s energy history into vivid storytelling. Swing by for Core Selections, a petroleum-focused exhibit pulling fascinating artifacts from museums statewide, and leave with a new appreciation for how tech shaped Mon County and beyond.”

From the Mon County newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Art Museum of West Virginia University

Arts & Culture

Small art gallery featuring a collection of older and contemporary works, plus tours.

20 Fine Arts Dr (Morgantown)

“Small art gallery featuring a collection of older and contemporary works, plus tours.”

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Monongalia Arts Center

Arts & Culture

Neoclassical arts & culture center offering classes, galleries, a theater & a gift shop.

107 High St (Morgantown)

“Neoclassical arts & culture center offering classes, galleries, a theater & a gift shop.”

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Morgantown History Museum

Arts & Culture

Local & regional history displayed in a city-sponsored museum with temporary exhibits.

175 Kirk St (Morgantown)

“Local & regional history displayed in a city-sponsored museum with temporary exhibits.”

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Metropolitan Theatre

Arts & Culture

Circa-1924 performance venue known for its distinctive neoclassical-revival architecture.

371 High St (Morgantown)

“Circa-1924 performance venue known for its distinctive neoclassical-revival architecture.”

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Spark! Imagination and Science Center

Arts & Culture

Family-friendly educational center featuring interactive exhibits on science & technology.

5000 Green Bag Road G-12 (Morgantown)

“Family-friendly educational center featuring interactive exhibits on science & technology.”

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