The Green Bank Science Center is open to visitors year-round. It houses a world-class astronomy facility (the Green Bank Observatory) whose telescopes are used by scientists around the world to observe and record radio waves throughout the universe. Astronomers use the telescopes at Green Bank to observe celestial phenomena like black holes, supernovas, pulsars, and… Continue reading Green Bank Observes the Unseen Forces of Our Universe and Searches for Extraterrestrial Life

  Through devotion and hard work, Sue Sheets’ dedication to the City of Elkins has been unprecedented throughout her time here.  Sheets’ involvement, particularly with the Elkins Depot Welcome Center, but also through her work with Elkins Women’s Club and Beta Sigma Phi has impacted the community greatly and benefited the city. Recognizing Sheets for… Continue reading Sue Sheets Awarded Key to the City

The Snowshoe Foundation, for the third year in a row, has enabled the completion of an essential Welcome Center improvement.  By utilizing a Snowshoe grant, the Center received the necessary technological updates needed to nurture local community-enhancing projects and tourism-supported efforts across the region and state.   “The Snowshoe Foundation grant has empowered the Elkins… Continue reading Snowshoe Foundation Gives Support!

Vital to the success of the Elkins Depot Welcome Center, our volunteers know how to make a difference in our community! At the very heart of our Welcome Center their dedication of time and effort allows us to remain open seven days a week throughout our busiest times of the year. Their contributions are greatly… Continue reading Exploring Elkins!

Opening up experiences for Davis & Elkins College Hospitality Club students, the Elkins Depot Welcome Center welcomes young professionals from D&E. Through a partnership with Melanie Campbell, Assistant Professor of Hospitality Management and the Elkins Depot Welcome Center, students are given the opportunity to step into the world of visitor services. Students gain real-life experiences… Continue reading Our Partnership with Davis & Elkins College Hospitality Program