A unique shopping experience in a historic environment welcomes visitors to Christmas in October at the fort. Artisans and craftsmen will demonstrate and feature their work for three days in the Visitor Center, as well as the grounds surrounding the historic fort. A tour of the fort will be offered with costumed interpreters throughout the weekend. Regular admission applies for tours of the historic fort and Job Prickett House.

Christmas in October at the Fort is from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Sunday.

For other activities and events at Prickett’s Fort State Park, visit www.prickettsfort.org or call 304-363-3030. Visitors and students of Prickett’s Fort historical arts activities should consider reserving overnight accommodations at Tygart Lake State Park.