The museum holds an original handwritten police report filed by a witness during the 1966 sightings.
It houses a collection of handwritten letters from witnesses describing their encounters with the entity.
The collection features screen-worn costumes and production artifacts from the 2002 film adaptation starring Richard Gere.
The museum serves as the primary information hub for the annual Mothman Festival held in Point Pleasant.
It preserves a detailed map documenting the specific locations of every reported Mothman sighting in the region.
The facility contains original archival news clippings from the Point Pleasant Register newspaper covering the 1966 events.
It displays various 'men in black' related paraphernalia linked to the local folklore investigations.
The museum maintains an extensive library of books and research papers investigating the intersection of paranormal phenomena and the Silver Bridge collapse.
The Mothman Museum serves as the primary repository for artifacts, eyewitness accounts, and historical records regarding the 1966-1967 Mothman sightings in Point Pleasant, West Virginia. Located at 400 Main Street, it curates original police reports, photographs, and props from the 2002 'The Mothman Prophecies' motion picture. The facility documents the intersection of local folklore and the tragic 1967 collapse of the Silver Bridge, which killed 46 people. Exhibits examine the historical context of the sightings and their ongoing cultural impact. The museum maintains the official archive of the Mothman legend within the region's historic business district.
Beside the iconic 12-foot tall chrome Mothman statue located just outside the museum entrance.
Visit the nearby 12-foot tall metallic Mothman statue for a photo before or after your museum tour.
Check the museum's official website for potential events, as the town experiences massive crowds during the annual festival.
Combine your visit with a walk along the riverfront to see the site of the former Silver Bridge.
Do not assume the museum is open on major holidays; verify the calendar before arriving.
Open daily throughout the year, but may have adjusted hours during major holidays.
