Governor Cecil H. Underwood has initiated the West Virginia Celebration 2000 as a nonpartisan effort to celebrate the diversity, unity, heritage and culture of West Virginians throughout the next year. There's a growing excitement about the idea that we will be living in a rare, historical moment - the conclusion of a century and the birth of a Millennium. The events affiliated with West Virginia Celebration 2000 will reflect the creativity, diversity and raw energies of West Virginians. More than 240 local, regional and statewide events are now affiliated with West Virginia Celebration 2000. These events include the arts, athletics, education, fairs and festivals, history, labor, seniors, technology, tourism and transportation.
Every community has a part of itself that deserves to be saved and remembered.
By investing in our past, we can create a bright future by renewing civic pride, bringing to light our diverse history for our children, and encouraging tourism and economic development. Preservation 2000, as a part of West Virginia Celebration 2000, encompasses those goals.