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Plan an Event

Rentals at Pricketts Fort

Pricketts Fort offers a unique location for your special event. There are a variety of indoor and outdoor settings for wedding receptions, parties, banquets and other social events.

An $85.00 refundable deposit and a signed rental agreement are required on all reservations.
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The first step to all rentals is to call the Foundation office to confirm date availability. The Foundation’s events and planned activities take precedence over rentals.
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​Contact us by phone at 304.363.3030 or by email at [email protected] for more information about facility rentals at Pricketts Fort.
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I had a great rental experience at Pricketts Fort. The facility was beautiful and the staff was very kind and helpful. I would definitely recommend Pricketts Fort to anyone who is planning their special event!”
– Rebecca VanGilder
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The Multi-Purpose Room

The Visitor Center is available for wedding receptions, dinners or any special function that you have planned. The room holds about 100 seats, set-up theater style or 75 seats at tables.

Included with your rental is the use of 100 folding chairs, ten 8’ tables, twelve 5’ round tables, and a small kitchen.
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Outdoor Space

This space is located near the lower parking lot beside the Pricketts Fort bay, nature trail and bird observation deck. The renter is responsible for providing seating.
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The Amphitheater

This has a stage and dressing area, and seats 400 people.
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Hours of Operation


Visitor Center:
Open Daily - 10am to 4pm.
After October 27th, 2024 Closed Weekends until April 21st, 2025.

Fort Tours:
The 2025 season begins on April 21st and runs through October 26th. 
​Closed Mondays and Tuesdays after Labor Day.
Self-guided audio tours are available during the off-season beginning in January.


The Junction Cafe:
Hours
  • 10AM to 6PM, Sun-Thur
  • 8AM-7PM , Fri-Sat
For menu and updates, click on The Junction Cafe or follow on Facebook at Thejunction At Pricketts Fort. 
​For questions or to book group reservations call 304-612-9947.

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Pricketts Fort
Memorial Foundation

88 State Park Road
Fairmont, West Virginia 26554
CALL NOW: 304.363.3030
Email: [email protected]

Photography Policy

Starting April 23, 2018, Prickett's Fort State Park and the Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation will no longer allow for pay photographers (photographers for hire) to take pictures during operating hours and special events. Photographers are welcome before and after regular business hours and special events. Please see times and upcoming events page.
​2025 CORPORATE MEMBERS​
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Ford Funeral Home 
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Marion County Commission
​Marion County Convention and Visitors Bureau
​​Town of White Hall
  • Visit Pricketts Fort
    • Tours
    • The Junction Cafe
    • Field Trips
    • Plan an Event
    • Recreational Opportunities
  • Events
    • Upcoming Events
    • Register for an Event
  • Ways to Give
    • Make a Gift
    • Become a Member
    • Buy a Picket Campaign
    • Sponsor a Concert
    • Volunteer
    • Planned Giving
  • History
    • Fort
    • Job Prickett House
    • Native Americans in West Virginia
  • For Kids
  • Shop
  • About
    • The Foundation
    • The Museum
    • Career Opportunities
    • Contact
    • Subscribe