Phelps-Tavenner House
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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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