Wheeling in Ohio County, West Virginia — The American South (Appalachia)
Oglebay Mansion
Photographed By Bradley Owen, May 5, 2023
1. Oglebay Mansion Marker
Built by the brewer, George Smith in the 1840s, the mansion had several owners before Earl Oglebay purchased the house and farm. When Mr. Oglebay died, he willed the house, the farm, and surrounding area to the people of Wheeling so long as they "shall operate it for public recreation." The mansion was turned into a museum in 1930.
Caption: Postcard view of Waddington Farm
Photo provided by - Ohio County Public Library
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Places. A significant historical year for this entry is 1930.
Location. 40° 3.902′ N, 80° 43.449′ W. Marker is in Wheeling, West Virginia, in Ohio County. Marker is on Nailers Way south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Wheeling WV 26003, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Capitol Theatre (a few steps from this marker); Schmulbach Brewery (a few steps from this marker); Pocket Park (a few steps from this marker); Bayha Bakery (within shouting distance of this marker); Stone & Thomas Department Store (within shouting distance of this marker); Lewis and Clark (within shouting distance of this marker); Walter Reuther
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Photographed By Bradley Owen, May 5, 2023
2. Oglebay Mansion Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 29, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 28, 2023, by Bradley Owen of Morgantown, West Virginia. This page has been viewed 79 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 28, 2023, by Bradley Owen of Morgantown, West Virginia. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
