2025 WVAM
HOLIDAY RAFFLE
This year's holiday raffle will raise funds to provide scholarships to attend the 2026 WVAM conference in April 2026. The annual conference brings together a community of museum leadership and staff, students and academics, WVAM members and leadership, and those interested in sustaining the rich history, art, and culture preserved in West Virginia museums and similar institutions. WVAM provides scholarships to cover conference registration for students and others in the field who may not otherwise be able to attend.
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Tickets will be on sale until 6:00pm on the dates noted for each prize. Winners will be announced on WVAM's social media.
1 Ticket - $5
4 Tickets - $10
10 Tickets - $20
20 Tickets - $30
35 Tickets - $40
50 Tickets - $50
[To purchase an individual ticket in Galabid, scroll to the bottom of the options under "Ticket Package" and chose "Buy Tickets Individually"]
2025 Raffle Prizes
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Two tickets to WVU Basketball vs. Mississippi Valley State (Dec. 22), Hope Coliseum, Morgantown
Donated by WVU Athletics
Value: $34-58
Drawing Date: December 1
Website: https://wvugame.evenue.net/event/B25/B10
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Homesteader Gift Set from Allegheny Treenware
Donated by Nathan Jones
Value: $58
Drawing Date: December 2
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Includes:
10" Work Spoons
12" Granny Spoon
10" Flipper
10" Spurtle
12" Left or Right Hand Paddle
Website: https://alleghenytreenware.com
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Set of books from Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex
Donated by Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex
Value: $144
Drawing Date: December 3
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1. Moundsville's Mammoth Mound - $10
2. Images of America: Moundsville - $24.99
3. Early Native Americans in West Virginia: The Fort Ancient Culture - $23.99
4. Woodland Mounds in West Virginia - $21.99
5. The Moundbuilders: Ancient Societies of Eastern North America - $29.95
6. Remnants of America's Southeast Aboriginals: Paleo to Mississippian - $33.00
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Two tickets to the North Pole Express
Donated by Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad
Value: $124
Drawing Date: December 4
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Every winter, the Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad brings families the journey of a lifetime. Experience the holidays with newfound joy as you and your kids board our train and get whisked away to the North Pole. From carolling, to milk and cookies, hot cocoa and cider, everyone can relive the magic this winter. Come see what else you’ll experience when you go on the North Pole Express!
Website: https://potomaceagle.com/excursions/north-pole-express/
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$25 Gift Card to Arthurdale Heritage
Donated by Arthurdale Heritage
Value: $25
Drawing Date: December 5
Website: https://arthurdaleheritage.org/
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Family Four Pack -- Museums of the Mountain State Discount Pass (Multiple Winners!)
Donated by WVAM
Value: $40
Drawing Date: December 6
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The Museums of the Mountain State is a statewide museum pass that offers discounts to visitors at participating museums and institutions across West Virginia.
Website: https://www.museumsofwv.org/museums-of-the-mountain-state-pass
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One (1) Museums of the Mountain State Discount Pass
Donated by WVAM
Value: $10
Drawing Date: December 7
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The Museums of the Mountain State is a statewide museum pass that offers discounts to visitors at participating museums and institutions across West Virginia.
Website: https://www.museumsofwv.org/museums-of-the-mountain-state-pass
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Choice of 8x10 Art Print from LovingWV
Donated by Katie Thompson
Value: $15
Drawing Date: December 8
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Two tickets to a spring concert
Donated by Wheeling Symphony Orchestra
Value:
Drawing Date: December 9
Website: https://wheelingsymphony.com/
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Two tickets to February 28 Performance of Tradition / Innovation by the Charleston Ballet
Donated by: Charleston Ballet
Value: $70
Drawing date: December 10
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TRADITION / INNOVATION
As winter turns to spring, we invite you to experience TRADITION / INNOVATION, an exhilarating mixed repertory program. This performance pairs classical ballet with fresh, contemporary works, highlighting the versatility of our dancers and the bold evolution of our creative vision.
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Website: https://thecharlestonballet.com
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2 Mid-Week All Day Lift Tickets
(valid for use through the 25-26 Winter Season, M-F, non-holiday)
Donated by Winterplace Ski Resort
Value: $120
Drawing Date: December 11
Website: https://winterplace.com/
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2 Mid-Week Lift Tickets
(valid for use through the 26-27 Winter Season, M-F, non-holiday)
Donated by Timberline Mountain
Value: $208
Drawing Date: December 12
Website: https://timberlinemountain.com/