Parks & Recreation

Craig Civic Center

Dedicated in 1979, the City of Kingwood’s Craig Civic Center was established thanks to generous contributions from The Estate of Charles and Edith Craig, the Preston County Commission and the Preston County Economic Development Administration, and the Kingwood Volunteer Fire Department.

Since its inception, the Craig Civic Center has been home to many of our community’s most important happenings. The facility features an 11,000 sq ft gym/arena with two indoor basketball courts, bleachers, dressing/shower facilities, commercial kitchen, sound system, lobby with a full concession stand and a large parking lot.

It has been utilized for basketball leagues & tournaments, fundraiser bashes, indoor soccer & volleyball, roller skating parties, concerts, elections, conferences, training sessions, wedding receptions, pageants, birthday parties and after-school programs, to name a few.

Kingwood City Hall and the Kingwood Police Department are adjacent to the Craig Civic Center. The Kingwood Volunteer Fire Department’s Buckwheat Festival Field borders the property, as does the Kingwood Pool. Across the street from the Craig Civic Center, you will find the WV Northern Rail-Trail, a 10-mile scenic greenway running between Kingwood and Tunnelton – ideal for biking, walking and running with your friends, family & pets!

Keep an eye on the City of Kingwood’s calendar – new events are added regularly.

The Craig Civic Center is available for event rental. Contact Kingwood Parks and Recreation at 304-329-0856 for pricing and reservations.

Craig Civic Center
311 Tunnelton Street
Kingwood, WV  26537
Parks & Recreation Office 304-329-0856

Brown’s Park

Brown’s Park was founded in 1907, when William G. Brown donated 3 acres of land on the west side of town to the City of Kingwood. It is still in operation today as a community park and playground and is here for the enjoyment and usage of our citizens. Brown’s Park is maintained by Kingwood Parks and Recreation and features updated playground equipment and a large, covered pavilion with a wood burning fireplace, electric, restrooms and off-street parking.

It is available for event rental. Contact Kingwood Parks and Recreation at 304-329-0856 for pricing and reservations.

Brown’s Park
Rt 7 West (across from intersection of Rt 7 and Sisler St)
Kingwood, WV  26537
Parks & Recreation Office 304-329-0856

Kingwood Pool

In the 1950s, the Kingwood Volunteer Fire Department sold bonds to raise the funds needed to open a community swimming pool. This goal was accomplished on August 14, 1957, when the pool first opened for business.

Daily swimming, swim lessons, lap swimming, night swimming and private pool parties are all offered each summer at the open-air Kingwood Pool. Dive on in and join in the fun!

Lifeguards are on duty during all operating hours. Concessions are available.

– family rates and pool passes are available.

Kingwood City Pool
298 S. Price Street
Kingwood, WV  26537
Pool 304-329-1256
Parks & Recreation Office 304-329-0856

Summer Camp

Each summer, Kingwood Parks and Recreation holds a popular Summer Camp for children ages 5-13. Throughout the weeks of camp, the children enjoy a variety of field trips, outdoor games, swimming, sports and craft activities. Limited space is available.

For enrollment information, contact Kingwood Parks and Recreation at 304-329-0856.