Phelps-Tavenner House

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2401 Camden Ave
Parkersburg, WV 26101

The Wood County Historical and Preservation Society is dedicated to celebrating and preserving the rich history of Wood County, West Virginia, through its ownership of the Phelps-Tavenner House, the oldest house in the county. Built circa 1800 by Col. Hugh Phelps, this historic property served as a gathering place for significant political, economic, and social events of the time.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Phelps-Tavenner House showcases Federal-style architecture and has undergone restoration efforts to return it to its original appearance. The society also operates the Phelps Tavenner Research Center, which includes a genealogical and local history library, along with a summer kitchen and gardens on the property.

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