A funky, graffiti covered overlook, the Wheeling Castle was built by Dr. Andrew J. Harness, a well-respected local physician. Harness and his wife Mabel set about purchasing the land in what was called the Charles Landmeyer Addition. This addition encompasses the area of the current overlook and the homes surrounding it. Over the course of 1921, the Harnesses purchased most of the lots in the addition. No one knows for sure, but it is believed that Harness planned to build a large live-in clinic. Harness was devoted to his patients and likely would have been drawn to the idea of living and working in a single building where he could quickly and easily give them his immediate attention. Of course, having come from humble beginnings, Harness was probably also happy to be able to give himself and his family a home that reflected the success he had managed to achieve. Construction on the site progressed until 1925 when Harness was indicted on two counts of illegal drug sales.
Wheeling Suspension Bridge, Wheeling, WV, USA
Distance: 0.71 mi (straight line)
Wheeling Suspension Bridge, Wheeling, WV, USA
Distance: 0.71 mi (straight line)
Heritage Port, Water Street, Wheeling, WV, USA
Distance: 0.89 mi (straight line)
Outdoor Experiences Viewpoints
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Victoria Theater, Market Street, Wheeling, WV, USA
Distance: 0.93 mi (straight line)
Wheeling Artisan Center Shop, Main Street, Wheeling, WV, USA
Distance: 1.02 mi (straight line)
West Virginia Independence Hall, Market Street, Wheeling, WV, USA
Distance: 1.09 mi (straight line)
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Martins Ferry, OH, USA
Distance: 1.10 mi (straight line)
Festivals and Events Fun and Sports
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Wheeling, West Virginia, USA
Distance: 1.11 mi (straight line)
410 Hanover Street, Martins Ferry, OH 43935, USA
Distance: 1.15 mi (straight line)
Deluxe Toy & Hobby, Hanover Street, Martins Ferry, OH, USA
Distance: 1.17 mi (straight line)
2200 Market St, Wheeling, West Virginia, USA
Distance: 1.42 mi (straight line)
Centre Market, Wheeling WV, Market Street, Wheeling, WV, USA
Distance: 1.42 mi (straight line)
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Madonna of the Trail, Wheeling, WV, USA
Distance: 3.28 mi (straight line)
Kruger Street Toy and Train Museum, Kruger Street, Wheeling, WV, USA
Distance: 4.35 mi (straight line)
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National Imperial Glass Museum, Belmont Street, Bellaire, OH, USA
Distance: 4.67 mi (straight line)
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Great Stone Viaduct Historical Education Society, Union Street, Bellaire, OH, USA
Distance: 4.78 mi (straight line)
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