Pricketts Fort
The original Pricketts Fort was completed in 1774 under the command of Captain Jacob Prickett, for the purpose of protecting local settlers against Native American attacks. The reconstructed fort you see today, was built in 1976 by the Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation and serves as a living history museum. The fort houses four blockhouses, fourteen cabins, a meeting house, gun shop, and trading post.
The Job Prickett HouseBuilt in 1859, the historic Job Prickett House offers daily tours during the regular season. The house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has been restored to its original condition.
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The Bray Blacksmith ShopVisitors to Pricketts Fort are offered a unique glimpse into the everyday work of an 18th century blacksmith at the Bray Blacksmith Shop. The shop is open daily throughout the regular season.
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The AmphitheaterLocated next to the Visitor Center, the amphitheater offers plays and a variety of concerts each year. Scheduled concerts can be found on the Upcoming Events page and are free of charge to the public.
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Visitor Center
The Pricketts Fort Visitor Center houses a museum orientation gallery, research library, and a gift shop. These resources are available to visitors year round.
- Orientation Gallery – The museum orientation gallery contains a variety of educational exhibits and unique artifacts. A short introductory video on the history of Pricketts fort is also available for viewing in the gallery.
- Thomas Library – The Thomas Library houses books, documents, photographs and digital resources that focus on 18th century America, the Western Virginia frontier, Pricketts Fort Community, genealogy, and various other historic subjects.
- Museum Gift Shop – The Pricketts Fort gift shop offers a unique selection of items to delight visitors of all ages. From handmade items to history books, to Pricketts Fort memorabilia, there really is something for everyone.
