Morgantown Audio Tour: Echoes of First Ward—History, Art, and Legends

Schedule

Mon, 13 Oct, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Sun, 09 Nov, 2025 at 12:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

West Virginia & Regional History Center | Morgantown, WV

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Self-guided audio tour of Morgantown. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
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Embark on the Morgantown Audio Tour: Echoes of First Ward—History, Art, and Legends

A thunderclap flag once snapped over Woodburn Circle as whispers of rebellion echoed across Morgantown’s red-brick heart. Beneath the familiar streets of First Ward, stories simmer—waiting for those daring enough to listen.

This self-guided audio tour pulls you beyond postcard-perfect landmarks, inviting you to uncover political showdowns, secrets buried in university walls, and scandals that shook quiet neighborhoods.

Who unleashed the furious protest that shattered a campus routine one rainy night? What silent pact lingers inside the shadowed rooms of Walters House? And why is a faded photograph at the West Virginia & Regional History Center still at the core of heated debate?

Trace the footsteps of radicals, visionaries, and everyday citizens as you traverse winding paths with history at your heels. Each turn offers the jolt of discovery, transforming Morgantown’s streets into scenes of intrigue.

Step forward. The city’s most electrifying secrets are just around the corner.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 1 hour 37 minutes
  • Distance: Around 4.7 km (2.9 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 30min
  • Stops: 12 captivating landmarks including West Virginia & Regional History Center, Warner Theatre (Morgantown, West Virginia), Alexander Wade House

Experience the charm of First Ward like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.


 


🎒 What's Included

  • Professionally narrated audio stories bringing First Ward's history to life
  • Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  • Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  • Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience

 


ℹ️ Important Info

  • This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  • You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  • You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  • The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  • Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!

 


📲 Getting Started is Easy!

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Morgantown on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.


 


👥 Who's It For?

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.


 


🎧 What is AllTours?
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AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!


With AllTours, you'll experience:



  • Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  • Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  • Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  • Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  • Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.


 


📍 Tour Stops

You will visit the following locations:


  • 📍  West Virginia & Regional History Center (2min)
  • 🏠  Walters House (Morgantown, West Virginia) (4min)
  • 🏠  Rogers House (Morgantown, West Virginia) (2min)
  • 🚇  Metropolitan Theatre (Morgantown, West Virginia) (3min)
  • 🏢  Women's Christian Temperance Union Community Building (4min)
  • ⚖️  Monongalia County Courthouse (4min)
  • 🎨  Monongalia Arts Center (3min)
  • 🏠  Alexander Wade House (3min)
  • 🏛️  Chancery Hill Historic District (2min)
  • ⚔️  Warner Theatre (Morgantown, West Virginia) (2min)
  • ⛪  St. Mary's Orthodox Church (West Virginia) (3min)
  • 📍  Woodburn Circle (4min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.


 


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🌍 Available Languages

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:



🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 
🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
🇪🇸 Catalan  • 
🇭🇷 Croatian  • 
🇪🇪 Estonian  • 
🇬🇪 Georgian  • 
🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 
🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 
🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 
🇮🇳 Kannada  • 
🇰🇿 Kazakh  • 
🇱🇻 Latvian  • 
🇱🇹 Lithuanian  • 
🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 
🇲🇾 Malay  • 
🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 
🇮🇳 Marathi  • 
🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
🇮🇳 Tamil  • 
🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese


 


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