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The Annual 18th Century Christmas Market will take place Dec. 7-9 at Prickett's Fort State Park in Fairmont.

Visitors can enjoy this unique shopping experience in an historic environment. Artisans will demonstrate and feature works for sale in the fort's Visitor Center as well as the historic area on Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Sip hot wassail, peruse period decorations and listen to live music. Shoppers will not be charged to enter the historic area. A guided tour will be offered by costumed interpreters for visitors on a set schedule for half-price admission.

Contact Greg Bray at 304-363-3030 or visit www.prickettsfortstatepark.com for information.