Giant Ferris Wheel Arrives in Charleston

Image Description: Wight letter reading Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom West Virginia with American Flag on right and Fireworks on left against a night sky.
Jim Zamagias

The world’s tallest portable ferris wheel has arrived in Charleston for next week’s America250 celebration.  The America250 Wheel will serve as the centerpiece of West Virginia’s celebration for the July 4th holiday.  The ferris wheel is over 200 feet high and offers views up to 14 miles away on a clear day.  Construction begins Thursday in Charleston.