Welcome to the
Appalachian Forest Discovery Center!
Located in the historic Darden Mill in Elkins, the Appalachian Forest Discovery Center invites you to explore the Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area’s rich cultural and forest heritage. Through its engaging exhibits and knowledgeable staff, the Discovery Center acts as a welcome center for the AFNHA where you can get information about other forest heritage sites in the region.
The Discovery Center is ever changing: a new exhibit goes up every year, objects are donated, and interactive elements are added. As we change, we hope to continue to improve and better serve our community and region. So please stop by, see what’s new, and tell us what you think! Or check out our Facebook page for the latest happenings.
Price: Free!
Open: Seasonally May - October
Hours:
Thursday-Sunday: 9:30am-4:30pm
Location:
1st Floor of the Darden Mill
101 Railroad Avenue
Elkins WV 26241
(some GPS will recognize old address of #2 Railroad Ave)
Parking:
There is a small lot on the North side of the building and in the gravel lot located across the street. If they are full there is free parking behind the Elkins Depot, 1 block north.
Contact Us:
discovery@afnha.org
(304) 636-6182 ext. 5
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Get Your NPS Passport Stamped!
As a member of the National Heritage Area system we have an official cancellation stamp and can stamp your National Park Service passport book.
Nearby Attractions:
West Virginia Railroad Museum (upstairs)
Elkins Depot Welcome Center and Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad (1 block north)
The Appalachian Forest Discovery Center welcomes visitors with disabilities. The Discovery Center offers wheelchair seating for events, and wheelchair access from the accessible parking to the exterior door of each level of the facility. We will attempt to arrange for accommodations such as usher assistance, a sign-language interpreter, large print or braille programs, audiotaped versions of programs or brochures, or other similar services for any event with prior request. Three weeks advance notification for accommodations is requested. For more information email afnha@afnha.org or call 304-636-6182.
