Mason-Dixon Historical Park

Mason-Dixon Historical Park They kept a daily detailed journal that was lost for a century; reprints are available at this park. It was completed 14 years later by other surveyors.
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Publicly owned, 295-acre Original Mason-Dixon Historical Park was established in the 1970s to commemorate the great achievement of Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon, the English astronomers who surveyed the Mason and Dixon Line. Located at 79 Buckeye Road, Core, WV 26541

In 1763 the English astronomers Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon were hired to settle an 82-year boundary dispute between Penns

and Calverts, who had received royal grants in America. They describe the process of obtaining permission from the Indians to draw the line westward, and the travails of a 4-year, 240-mile mission, cutting a 24-foot-wide swath over mountains and across rivers through the wilderness. Although relations with the native Americans they met and worked with were friendly, there came a point, on October 9, 1767, a warpath, at which safe passage ended. They did continue a short distance, crossing Dunkard Creek three times. For 10 days they made astronomical observations and established their final survey point on top of a steep ridge. Then they returned eastward, unable to complete the last 23 miles of their survey.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS 🗓️We are so excited to partner with Jessica Savage McHugh as she is going to offer an 8 week "Pilate...
05/04/2026

MARK YOUR CALENDARS 🗓️
We are so excited to partner with Jessica Savage McHugh as she is going to offer an 8 week "Pilates in the Park" experience starting May 13th. Meet in the upper field every Wednesday, or at Annex building in case of inclement weather!
This is for EVERY BODY, ANY FITNESS LEVEL, and a great opportunity to experience Pilates in a non intimidating way.
We hope to see you there!!
📍Mason-Dixon Historical Park
79 Buckeye Road, Core, WV
🗓️ May 13th - July 1st
⏰ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
💲$8

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Don’t forget about the free guided hike this evening hosted by our Parks and Recreation Directors wife, Gina! Anni which...
05/01/2026

Don’t forget about the free guided hike this evening hosted by our Parks and Recreation Directors wife, Gina!

Anni which way, was built in memory of their puppy dog, Anni who loved the park as much as they do. Meet at 5:45pm infront of the Annex building and leave at approximately 6:00pm. Whether you have never explored the new trail, or just want to enjoy a hike with some friendly company, this is your time to make it count!

04/28/2026

🌲🥾 Ready to hit the trail? 🥾🌲

Join us this Friday, May 1st for a guided hike on the brand new Anni Which Way Trail! 🌿✨

📍 Meet at the Annex Barn Area
🕠 Arrive at 5:45 PM
🚶‍♂️ Hike starts at 6:00 PM

Expect about 3 miles of adventure with some steep hills along the way ⛰️💪—but totally worth it for the views!

💥 FREE & open to everyone! Bring a friend, bring the family, just don’t forget your hiking shoes 👟

Come explore, get outside, and be among the first to experience this awesome new trail! 🌳🌄

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We had an incredible time this past weekend at our 2026 Ramp Dinner at Mason-Dixon Historical Park! 🌿🍽️Thank you to ever...
04/28/2026

We had an incredible time this past weekend at our 2026 Ramp Dinner at Mason-Dixon Historical Park! 🌿🍽️

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate this unique Appalachian tradition. From the delicious ramp-inspired dishes to the great company and community spirit, it was a day to remember.

We’re so grateful for all the volunteers, vendors, and guests who made this event such a success. Take a look at some highlights from this past Saturday—we hope to see you again next year!

A very special thank you to our amazing park staff for all their hard work getting everything ready to go, the Red Hat Ladies for the countless hours spent in the kitchen making sure this event is always a success, our dedicated volunteers from West Virginia University iServe who are always a pleasure to work with, and all of the kiddos who did a fantastic job serving throughout the day.

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Today’s the day! 🌿Join us at Mason-Dixon Historical Park for our annual Ramp Dinner from 9 AM to 2 PM!We know the weathe...
04/25/2026

Today’s the day! 🌿

Join us at Mason-Dixon Historical Park for our annual Ramp Dinner from 9 AM to 2 PM!

We know the weather might feel a little off-putting, but trust us—this is one meal you won’t want to miss. Come and enjoy a true taste of Appalachian tradition.

On the menu:
• Ham
• Biscuits & gravy
• Chicken & noodles
• Scrambled eggs with ramps
• Fried potatoes & kielbasa with ramps
• Ramp deviled eggs
• Ramp salad with homemade sweet & sour dressing
• Ramp wontons
• Raw ramps
• Soup beans
• Fresh bread with ramp butter
• And plenty of homemade cakes (yes, even ramp cakes!)

💲 Pricing:
• Adults: $15
• Kids (12 & under): $5
• Ages 5 & under: FREE

We’re accepting both cash and card this year, and to-go meals are available!

Come hungry and fill your plate with Appalachian goodness this event only comes around once a year. We can’t wait to see you!

Also check out our vendors and even the surveyors society will be joining us in the Mason pavilion with displays of both modern and antique equipment!

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Tomorrow's The BIG Day! 🍽️Join us from 9am-2pm for our Annual Ramp Dinner & Vendor Show!We have have over 20 vendors thi...
04/24/2026

Tomorrow's The BIG Day! 🍽️

Join us from 9am-2pm for our Annual Ramp Dinner & Vendor Show!We have have over 20 vendors this year as well additional food trucks. You won't want to miss all the fun!🌱🎨

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Free guided hike to the newish Anni Which Way Trail on Friday, May 1st!
04/24/2026

Free guided hike to the newish Anni Which Way Trail on Friday, May 1st!

🌿✨ Hey everyone! We hope you're getting excited for the RAMP Dinner tomorrow at Mason-Dixon Historical Park—it’s going to be a great time filled with good food and even better company! 🍽️💚

And don’t worry if you go back for seconds (or thirds 😉)… we’ve got the perfect way to balance it out!

🥾🌲 Join us on Friday, May 1st 6:00 pm for a FREE guided hike to explore the brand new Anni Which Way Trail! It’s a great chance to get outside, stretch your legs, and take in the natural beauty of Mason-Dixon Park. 🌄✨

Hike will be around 3 miles and have long uphill sections.

Bring your friends, your family, and your sense of adventure—we can’t wait to see you there! 💫

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Happy Earth Day!🌎🌱Today we had volunteers out helping us sustainability forage ramps for this Saturday's Ramp Dinner & V...
04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day!🌎

🌱Today we had volunteers out helping us sustainability forage ramps for this Saturday's Ramp Dinner & Vendor Show . We always make sure to re-plant the roots and take a very small percentage of what is available. We love our ramps and practice mindful foraging every season.🪏

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04/22/2026

Forage Ramps With Us For Ramp Dinner & Vendor Show 💚🌱☀️

Happy Earth Day!🌎

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Unfortunately, numerous food trucks have backed out of our Ramp Dinner & Vendor Show for this Saturday from 9am-2pm. Wan...
04/21/2026

Unfortunately, numerous food trucks have backed out of our Ramp Dinner & Vendor Show for this Saturday from 9am-2pm. Want their spot? Call 304-291-7283 ASAP! Please & Thanks!!!

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📣One Week Away!📣Calling all ramp and local art lovers!🌱You won't want to miss next Saturday's Annual Ramp Dinner and Cra...
04/18/2026

📣One Week Away!📣

Calling all ramp and local art lovers!🌱You won't want to miss next Saturday's Annual Ramp Dinner and Craft Vendor Show from 9am-2pm!🎨 Tickets for the Ramp Dinner are available either cash or card! We will have over 20 vendors this year from local art, food, jewelry, honey, clothes, non-profits, and more!

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79 Buckeye Road
Core, WV
26541

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(304) 879-4101

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