Visit Historic Jefferson County
Heritage tourism helps make historic preservation economically viable by using historic structures and landscapes to attract and serve travelers. Heritage tourism can be an attractive economic revitalization strategy, especially as studies have consistently shown that heritage travelers stay longer and spend more money than other kinds of travelers. As an added bonus, a good heritage tourism program improves the quality of life for residents as well as serving visitors.
The National Trust defines heritage tourism as “traveling to experience the places, artifacts and activities that authentically represent the stories and people of the past,” and heritage tourism can include cultural, historic and natural resources.
JCHLC works to promote the historic sites and sights of Jefferson County to aid in economic development and also to promote the economic viability of historic preservation. Choose from a variety of selections below to learn more about how you can enjoy your trip to historic Jefferson County! For more information, visit the Jefferson County Visitors & Convention Bureau website by clicking here.
Dine at Historic Restaurant Locations
Visit Museums
Visit Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Tour the County
Avenue of Invasion: Following the Path of the 1862 Maryland Campaign in Jefferson County
A Contested County: A Travel Guide of the 1864 Shenandoah Campaign in Jefferson County
John Brown’s Trail: Following the Path of John Brown’s Infamous Raid on Harpers Ferry