This cozy, quirky town is full of exciting surprises.

Sure, it’s possible for you to peruse the latest titles while you sip.

But dare to wander to the Blind Date bookcase with all its volumes dramatically wrapped in brown paper.

Lewisburg, WV

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We predictlove at first word.

Lewisburg ischarmingly quirky, utterly sure of itself, and addictive, rolling out surprise after surprise.

No two places are remotely alikethe women owner trend is the common thread.

Lewisburg, WV

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You’ll meet the women themselves, hear their tales, and get their guidance.

Deva Wagner specializes in coming trends atWolf Creek Gallery.

Because Lewisburg isn’t pretentious or snobby, your unexpected finds can stop you in your tracks.

Carnegie Hall, Lewisburg, WV

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In this art-minded community, pop-up performances are common around the townand uncommonly good.

Rooms are simple yet comfortableand close to the bar specializing in craft cocktails and congeniality.

Hotels with familiar national names do exist and put you close to the action.

Humble Tomato

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Taste and tour on weekends.

Other choices run to pilsners and ales with equally exotic titles nodding to the West Virginia roots.

Go the full 77 miles or select your chapter of activity.

Lewisburg, WV

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Autumn is the coolest and theprettiestor is it?

From Revolutionary War roots forward, you learn to make it earn your release.

But Lewisburg isn’t worried, knowing you’ll be right back.

Lewisburg, WV

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The Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs, WV

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