Welcome to the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum. Formerly known as the Weston State Hospital, this West Virginia facility served as a sanctuary for the mentally ill in the mid-1800’s. The history of the building holds fascinating stories of Civil War raids, a gold robbery, the "curative" effects of architecture, and the efforts of determined individuals to help better the lives of the mentally ill. Tour this nationally recognized landmark and see how it left a lasting impression on local and national history. Daily heritage tours are available for both small and large groups.
Please call 1-304-269-5070 for more information about
tickets for you and your
families. Tickets can be purchased
at the Lewis County and Mountain Lakes CVB's.
Don't forget
to pick up your free childrens passes.
Historic Tours offered March 28th – October 31st 2009
Monday: By appointment only.
*Tues/Wed/ Sun: 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
**Thursday/Friday: 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
**Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
*Tours of the first floor leave every hour and all four floors start every 2 hours. The last 1st floor tour leaves at 5:00 p.m. and the last 4 floor tour leaves at 4:00 p.m.
**The last 1st floor tour on days that we are open till 8:00 p.m. will leave at7:00 p.m. and the last 4 floor tour will leave at 6:00 p.m
Ghost hunts/tours are offered year round.
