📜 Nation’s first New Deal Homestead Community, established in 1933 by Eleanor Roosevelt as a federally funded experiment in collectivist living. 🔍 Today, it's a National Historic District featuring 160 original homesteads and a multi-building museum. # Why Go 🏡 Explore restored 1930s homesteads and communal buildings 🚶‍♀️ Tour original buildings, including a forge, service station, and restored homestead. 🇺🇸 Learn about New Deal history and Eleanor Roosevelt's vision 🛍️ Discover Appalachian crafts and quality gifts at the Craft Shop. 🎉 Attend the annual New Deal Festival in July. # Why Avoid ⚠️ Most homesteads are private property, limiting access to exteriors only # Tips 🚗 Best explored by car, walking tours available by appointment. 🚗 Located a 30-minute drive from Morgantown, WV. 🗓️ Check Arthurdale Heritage website for tour times and events. 🎟️ Purchase tickets in advance for guided tours, available year-round. 🎟️ Discounts for veterans, seniors, students, children; EBT cardholders visit free (up to 3 guests). # Cost 💰 Admission fee for tours, discounts available for veterans, seniors, students, and children; EBT cardholders free. # Hours 🕒 Guided tours offered year-round, 4 times daily (10AM, 11:30AM, 1PM, 2:30PM); check website for current schedule. # 🅿️ Parking Free parking available.