West Virginia Chestnut Festival

A Chestnut filled day for all aficionados.

Educational

Interesting topics about the American Chestnut Tree are presented during the scientific program.

Fun

Enjoy a delicious dinner, see the crowning, listen to our keynote speaker, place a bid in the silent auction all with entertainment at the Gala Banquet.

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Vendors

Stroll through he park and visit vendors, displays, taste some roasted chestnuts and enjoy the scenic view of the Cheat River.

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The American Chestnut Foundation West Virginia Chapter Meeting

Annual meeting - Become a member today!

PUBLIC IS WELCOME!

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Roasting, tasting, buying, and more

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire.......

Enjoy while you walk in the park and take some home.

Mr. & Mrs. Chestnut over the years Jr. Prince & Jr. Princess

People acknowledged since 2008

Preston School winners since 2015

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WV Chestnut Festival

“There has been a legend passed down the century about a grand tree in Appalachia, where the canopy was so dense that it was said a squirrel could make its way from Georgia to Maine without ever touching the ground..."

The West Virginia Chestnut Festival celebrates the effort to restore the great American Chestnut Tree to its once prominent position in the Eastern hardwood forests.

The festival will take place rain or shine. Schedule subject to change.

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