On this West Virginia Morning we take a look at how the Memorial Day holiday became a unique holiday for African American tourists visiting West Virginia during the late 19th century. And we listen to some of the sounds of the 45th Vandalia Gathering and how Mountain Stage won the Vandalia Award.
The 45th Vandalia Gathering returns to the state capitol grounds this weekend after being canceled in 2020 and scaled back in 2021. Saturday and Sunday will see the return of arts, live music, dance and storytelling.
CHARLESTON — On Memorial Day weekend, May 27-29, the Culture Center and State Capitol grounds will set the stage for the 45th Vandalia Gathering – the state’s annual celebration of