Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum (formerly Weston State Hospital) - Weston WV
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Don.Morfe
N 39° 02.432 W 080° 28.225
17S E 545831 N 4321407
Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum (formerly Weston State Hospital) This West Virginia facility served as a sanctuary for the mentally ill in the mid-1800’s.
Waymark Code: WM17ZZ6
Location: West Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 04/29/2023
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Alfouine
Views: 1

From the website below:

Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum (formerly Weston State Hospital)
This West Virginia facility served as a sanctuary for the mentally ill in the mid-1800’s. The history of the building holds fascinating stories of Civil War raids, a gold robbery, the "curative" effects of architecture, and the efforts of determined individuals to help better the lives of the mentally ill.
We offer daytime historic tours including museum rooms, night time paranormal tours, overnight ghost hunts, photo tours, festivals flashlight tours and a haunted house .

(visit link)
The "Official Tourism" URL link to the attraction: [Web Link]

Hours of Operation:
Tuesday through Sunday 11:30am to 6:00pm


Admission Prices:
Free


Approximate amount of time needed to fully experience the attraction: Half of a day (2-5 hours)

Transportation options to the attraction: Personal Vehicle Only

The attraction’s own URL: Not listed

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