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presents an exhibit of “Da Vinci Inventions”. Not only was Leonardo Da Vinci an artist, he was also a scientist, anatomist, engineer, architect, sculptor, and philosopher! Italian artisans have crafted interactive and life-size machine inventions in an amazing exhibition suitable for all ages. A simple nighttime drive down Kanawha Boulevard becomes an enchanting tour of holiday lighting at homes and businesses on both sides of the river. Charleston Town Center Mall is a fun, festive place to shop while enjoying local musical performances and visits with Santa Claus. Dec. 31 will be the 24th year for the “Good Night” events. Literally dozens of performances in several downtown churches and other venues take place on New Year’s Eve. This is a wonderful opportunity to ring in the New Year with free and family friendly concerts. Trolleys provide transportation between venues, if needed. December in Charleston is always a festive and colorful time of the year. With the renovated CCCC and a newly elected mayor, the future of our city can only get more exciting! Happy Holidays!!!

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...at THE STATE CAPITOL

West Virginia’s first state Capitol building stood in Wheeling, roughly 180 miles north of the current location. The legislature met on the Linsly Military Institute campus in Wheeling from 1863 until 1870 when the new building in Charleston was completed. The state’s second Capitol building, designed by Leroy S. Buffington of the firm Anderson & Hannaford in Cincinnati, was erected on Capitol Street in Charleston. The legislature met there until 1875. They returned to the Wheeling location upon Wheeling’s promise to build a new Capitol building, which was completed in 1876. Wheeling at that time was favored because their city had rail service and Charleston did not. In 1877, there was a statewide election held to determine the permanent location of the state Capitol. Due to unfavorable opinions of the city, Wheeling was not even considered. Clarksburg, Martinsburg, and Charleston were voted on, with Charleston winning. Clarksburg received 29,942 votes, Martinsburg got 8.046 votes, and Charleston had 41,243 votes. West Virginia’s 4th governor, John J. Jacob issued a proclamation that after 1885, Charleston would be the permanent location of state government. Construction began on the 3rd Capitol building in 1880 and was completed in 1885. Most of the 1870 Capitol building was destroyed to make way for the new building. The four-story Victorian gothic structure stood until 1921 when it was destroyed by fire. During the fire, ammunition stored on the top floor was set off causing people on the street to run in terror. In the same year, a temporary wooden structure, the state’s 4th Capitol building, was built on the corner of Washington and Capitol streets. The original plan was to rebuild the Capitol on the site of the one razed by fire. Before construction could begin there, the site of the present Capitol building was chosen. Construction of the 5th and current Capitol began in 1924 Squires’ new book Look Back at Charleston is a compilation of 24 essays and color photos from her column. A great holiday gift, it’s available on Amazon. Visit www.mlynne.com.

along the Kanawha River on the East end of the city. In 1927, the temporary structure, called the ‘pasteboard’ Capitol, also burned to the ground like it’s predecessor. Architect Cass Gilbert designed the stately structure in the Italian Renaissance style. Costing nearly $10 million dollars, the three stages of construction were completed for dedication on June 20, 1932. Gilbert was known for being the ‘skyscraper pioneer,’ having built the Woolworth Building in New York City, considered in 1913 to be the world’s tallest building. He designed the U.S. Supreme Court chambers, and based them on his design for the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals at the state capitol in Charleston. The East and West wings have 4 floors and a basement, with the main section having 3 floors and a basement. The complex has nearly 14 acres of usable floor space and at that time housed nearly all state offices under one roof. The West wing was constructed first, beginning on January 7, 1924 and completed in April of 1925. The East wing began construction in 1926 and was finished in December of 1927. The main, domed section was begun in 1930 and finished in February 1932. The Capitol’s distinctive dome is two-hundred and ninety-two feet high. That is about four and one-half feet taller than the United States Capitol. A lantern with a golden eagle perched on top crowns the dome. The dome is covered with 23.5 carat gold leaf applied in individual sheets less than four inches square. Among many others, the West Virginia Capitol has hosted a diverse list of visitors including John Denver, Jesse Jackson, the Charlie Daniels Band, and Lionel Hampton.

Next month, Looking Back remembers Watt Powell Park. Email your responses about the State Capitol, or requests for locations you’d like Looking Back to visit to thewriter@mlynne.com.

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ABSOLUTELY IMMACULATE & READY TO MOVE IN. ea tif l ﬂoors thr o t main 2 li ing ﬂoors. hree be rooms and 1 1/2 baths. Recently remodeled kitchen and full bath. Great storage in lower level. Nice backyard. o ere front porch that can be accesse from French oors in li ing room. p ates in 2 -2 incl e new roof si ing an hot water heater.

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INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! 5701 MacCorkle South Charleston presently lease long term tenant! BP Station. $1,200,000. MLS# 224861 Contact Bill Currey for More information 304419-4417

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COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL LOT South Charleston Rt 60 Frontage. The lot is 150x150 on Rt 60. MLS# 224863 $365,000 Contact Bill Currey for more information 304-419-4417

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ST ALBANS large 3 bed home with 2 car garage outbuildings and a mobile home for guests or rental. This is located on 1.02 acre. MLS# 224685 $145,000 Contact Scott Goff for more information 304-395-7867

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4 BD 2 BA HOME Large rooms & ¾ acre lot. MBR w/sep entrance onto deck. Large eat in kitchen w/room for family gatherings. Spacious w/room for outdoor entertaining. $80,000 Contact Scott Goff for showing 304-395-7867 REDUCED

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$342,000

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$399,900

COMPLETELY UPDATED. Front of S Hills. Built for a Dupont executive in 1937. Original, reﬁnished hardwood ﬂoors, remodeled kitchen w/ SS appliances & a gas stove/oven. Updated insulated windows, newly installed Dodrill HVAC (2016). Extra storage spaces. This is a must see home with so much to offer its new owner! MLS 220086

$339,000

THIS BEAUTIFUL OPEN FLOOR PLAN IS PERFECT FOR FAMILY AND ENTERTAINING. Updated kitchen with granite, stainless appliances. Sparkling hardwoods and tile throughout. Spacious master suite with a sitting room and two sided ﬁreplace. Move in ready. MLS 223981

$249,900

4 BR, 3 FULL BA 1-FLOOR PLAN HOME! Right by the river w/a ﬂat, usable yard. Large rooms w/HW. Stone FP open to naturally-lit DR. Spacious kitchen w/granite counters. Storage room upstairs. Convenient location close to Downtown & amenities! MLS 223786 R. Joseph Miller, Broker of Record | 1205 Virginia St. East | Charleston, WV 25301 Vickie King McLaughlin, Salesperson

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DESIGNED BY 1930’S ERA ARCHITECT, L.T. Bengtson- owned by original family, it has been lovingly cared for by all the subsequent generations- all the gorgeous detail that a Bengtson is famous for! Original tile BA, huge cedar lined closets, beautiful level corner lot, 4 large BR. MLS 223710

$165,000

BEAUTIFUL & CHARMING! 4 bedroom colonial located just three minutes from 119! Lower level features a huge storage space as well as a family room with one of two ﬁreplaces located in the home. Other features include an attached carport and an updated furnace. This home is priced to sell! MLS ID 226861

$224,900

GORGEOUS MID-CENTURY MODERN IN FORT HILL! Home sits on a larger corner lot and features four spacious bedrooms, three baths, solid surface countertops in the kitchen, and a partially covered patio area in the rear. Upgrades to this lovely home include roof, windows, and stainless steel appliances. MLS 226270

$265,000

BEAUTIFUL, WELL-MAINTAINED HOME in the heart of Kanawha City. First floor master, two fireplaces, and gorgeous quarter saw oak hardwood floors. Many updates including roof and HVAC. Three full lots plus 8’x120’ strip on East. MLS 226317

ELEGANT AND PRIVATE 5 BR ESTATE ON 1.3 AC. Home has 2 staircases, 2 story windows, 4 WB FP, a remodeled kitchen. MBR w/balcony, his & hers closets & spa tub. Fin basement, 3 car garage & RV parking. Creek & seasonal waterfalls. MLS 225364

$495,000

BEAUTIFUL ALL-BRICK COLONIAL w/approx 4,300 sf of living space. First floor handicap accessible including main level master suite. Second floor master includes fireplace and updated bath. Ample parking. Lots of storage with a beautiful in-ground pool. Updates include two heating and cooling systems and roof! MLS 225988

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VERY MOTIVATED SELLERS! Live in luxury in this gorgeous South Hills home. Mins from downtown, close to neighborhood pool. Master suite on the main level! Large, newer kitchen w/custom cabinets, solid surface tops, pantry, & SS appl’s. HUGE walk out ﬁn bsmt. HUGE laundry! Private deck. Brand new roof, HVAC. MLS 222049

$273,000

GORGEOUS MID-ENTRY. South Hills home in award winning schools district! Minutes from downtown, short way to the neighborhood pool. 4 BR, 3 BA, Large LR & DR, beautiful hardwood ﬂoors under carpet, gas logs & wood burning ﬁreplace. Enjoy entertaining on your patio deck in the large fenced backyard. MLS 224709

$399,900

IMPECCABLE LIKE NEW MONK BUILT HOME! Completely updated, oversized bedrooms, tons of storage, and neutral decor. Screened in porch, brand new deck, gorgeous landscaping, plentiful parking and underground utilities! MLS 225804

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Picturesque charm on .66 ac lot minutes from downtown. This 3 BD , 2 1/ BA home offers hardwood floors, crown moldings Enclosed sunroom is surrounded by new windows and French door. Master suite with city view from the private deck. 2 nd floor w/d hookup. Seller will assist with buyers closing cost.

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Trent Jones, Jr. Nobleville’s urgatory Golf Club claims to be the longest course east of the Mississippi. Those looking to expereince golf in a more modern fashion can head over to TopGolf Fishers for fun, food, and games.

Driving ﬁve hours Northwest of Charleston brings you to Carmel, Indiana, often known as north Indianapolis. With oﬀerings ranging from 11 local craft breweries, 175 annual outdoor concerts, 100 local eateries, and 500 miles of gorgeous trails, Carmel and neighboring cities Noblesville, Fishers, and Wes ield bring a slice of the midwest to new heights.

WHAT TO DO IN CARMEL En oy shopping at its ﬁnest at the Carmel City Center, a vibrant neighborhood of retail shops businesses, and residences, too that are in close proximity to the hotels on the Meridian Corridor. If you are a bath products fan, you’ll ump for oy over creating your own at Bath Junkie, where you can craft a blend of your favorite scents. While you are at the city center, grab a craft beer and appetizer while en oying a good book, game with friends, or ust catching up on your social media at Books & Brews.

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Carmel has several great shopping areas in town including Carmel City Center, a cultural village and downtown hotspot. Photo by Melody Pittman.

You can ﬁnd more awesome boutique shopping at the Hamilton Town Center in nearby Noblesville. It is a more-hipster walkable city with an adorable downtown with local eateries. Golf fanatics will love the three public courses in Carmel. ne of those, rairie View, is the only course in Indiana designed by Robert

utdoor lovers can swing through the treetops through trails and ziplines at Hamilton County Tree Adventures or hike the 5.2 miles of trails at Monon Greenway,a popular area for walkers, runners, bicyclists, and nature enthusiasts.

WHAT TO SEE IN CARMEL Falling into both the what to see and do categories is Conner rairie, one of the most fascinating living history museums in the country. Not only do the exhibits feature dressed storytellers in the blacksmith shop, trading post, and 1836 prairie town schoolhouse areas, but the unique a raction also has hands-on kid’s classes and an animal

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encounters barn. The 1863 Civil War ourney is one for the books it will deﬁnitely suck you right into learning about history and wanting to After all of this, take a ride in the 1859 hot air ballon weather permi ng . Conner rairie sees nearly half a million visitors annually. Carmel hosts a few stops along the Indiana glass trail, located in the Carmel Arts & Design Center. See exceptional Indiana glass artists’ works by Ben Johnson, Laura Avery, and Nancy Keating as you explore this cool showroom.

For a more intimate stay, the ld Towne Carmel Bed and Breakfast is within walking distance of the Carmel Arts & Design District and has modernly furnished rooms, private baths, gourmet breakfasts, and a cozy living room with ﬁreplace for all guests to en oy. The Curry Chicken and Cornish pastries from Tina’s Traditional Tea Room as well as their special tea blend. Photo by Melody Pittman.

Tina’s Traditional Tea Room oﬀers a full British menu and a fantastic tea selection. It has been voted one of the top teahouses in the state by Tea Time Magazine. Bring the kids and let them have their own special afternoon tea, as well.

n the streets of the Carmel Arts & Design District, watch for the lifelike collection of unique statues by artist Seward Johnson depicting normal people in their daily activities. You’ll also ﬁnd the Indiana Design Center, restaurants, interior designers, antique stores, and specialty shops. This is one of the Midwest’s premier arts and design areas. If you’d prefer to bike your way around, agster bikes rent for $3 per hour or $24 per day. Visit Coxhall Gardens for beautiful scenery, a ﬁshing lake, and occasional special exhibits on this 125-acre site.

WHERE TO EAT IN CARMEL Eggshell Bistro comes highly recommended as a purveyor of ﬁne brunching with a sophisticated menu that features globalinspired recipes. The restaurant has a vintage, industrial look with a collection of art and

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Learn to make music, use tools, discover the past, or try a new outdoor skill at Conner Prairie, a nationally acclaimed history destination. Photo by Melody Pittman.

There are 17 lifelike statues in downtown Carmel depicting normal people doing normal daily activities that are great for photo-ops. Photo by Melody Pittman.

The appetizer fondue is a must from Woody’s Library Restaurant! Photo by Melody Pittman.

CARMEL: LET INDIANA DAZZLE YOU The small-town feel of this upscale and thriving north Indianapolis town will impress and surprise you at the same time with the amount of things to see and do. After visiting Carmel, I can see why Money Magazine lists it as 3 of the top 20 places to live in the US in 2018. Come see for yourself Fun Fact Carmel has more than 80 roundabouts, the most of any city in the country.

Not only are the pizzas from Boombozz Tap House incredible, but the Thai Chili Meatbozz (w/sweet peppadew peppers & pineapple) are great, too. Photo by Melody Pittman.

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