
Are you looking for opportunities to see more of Greenbrier County this summer? One option is to travel along the Mountain Music Trail, which stretches from Tucker County to Monroe County, with several noted stops in Greenbrier County. This trail exists to preserve and promote the region's traditional style of music. Whether you're a dedicated fan of local music or just a casual listener, traveling the Mountain Music Trail is a great way to indulge your senses and familiarize yourself with the region. The following are some of the top stops our real estate agents recommend along the trail.
- Carnegie Hall: 611 Church St., Lewisburg, WV 24901
Carnegie Hall was constructed in 1902 with funds provided by Andrew Carnegie, a noted philanthropist. Over the years, this concert hall has hosted noted performers, including Tom Chapin, the Artie Shaw Orchestra, and the Vienna Boys Choir.
You'll find a list of upcoming performances on Carnegie Hall's website. Tickets are available online and through their on-site box office. You could also simply visit and tour the permanent History of Carnegie Hall exhibit on the second floor.
- American Heritage Music Hall: 496 Island Park Rd., Ronceverte, WV 24970
The American Heritage Music Hall is a great place to experience the friendship that develops around music in West Virginia. They host live bands every Saturday, and most performers play country or southern music.
As a stop along the Mountain Music Trail, this music hall seeks to share its beauty with the world.
- The Wild Bean: 1056 Washington St. E., Lewisburg, WV 24901
Located in downtown Lewisburg, The Wild Bean is a comfy, cozy coffee shop with a focus on live, local music.
The menu at The Wild Bean has a little something for everyone. Enjoy a classic egg and cheese sandwich for breakfast or a Potato Wedge Plate for lunch. You can even grab a bag of freshly roasted, whole-bean coffee to take home.
- Snowshoe Mountain: 10 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe, WV 26209
Snowshoe Mountain is a mountain resort along the Mountain Music Trail. They host several music festivals throughout the year. There's the Blues & Brews Festival, which takes place at the end of July, and the Pickin' & Pedalin' performance that brings some great folk musicians to the stage.
While you're visiting Snowshoe Mountain, make sure you take time to do a little mountain biking, hiking, or kayaking. This is such a wonderful, natural area and an example of the outdoor beauty West Virginia is known for.
- The Purple Fiddle: 96 East Ave., Thomas, WV 26292
The Purple Fiddle is an acoustic music venue where you can listen to traditional music in a family-friendly setting. They host live performances every Friday and Saturday night. Many bands are from West Virginia, but they have nationally renowned bands on stage, too.
The Purple Fiddle does serve food on-site. They have a casual setup, and customers order at the counter. Their menu includes beer and wine, sandwiches, salsa, homemade hummus, and a selection of desserts. The turkey sandwich is a crowd favorite topped with house-made cranberry salsa. You'll also see plenty of local microbrews on tap.
We hope you enjoy some or all of these stops along the Mountain Music Trail. If you're still looking for Lewisburg homes for sale nearby, don't hesitate to contact us. Our friendly real estate agents will be happy to help.