Family-owned artisanal salt producer offering tours, tastings, and educational experiences centered on traditional brine evaporation methods.
General Information
Hours:
Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm
Saturday: 10am to 2pm
Closed Sunday
Tours by appointment only
Saturday: 10am to 2pm
Closed Sunday
Tours by appointment only
Fees:
General Tour: $15 per person
Children under 6: Free
Special event pricing varies
Children under 6: Free
Special event pricing varies
Pet Policy:
Pets not allowed on tours or in production areas
Closest cities with hotels:
Charleston, WV (10 mi)
Seasons:
Spring through fall for best weather and events; open year-round
Location:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/4Zz9kzZzZzq5z9A6
Website:
https://www.jqdsalt.com/
How to Get There
From Charleston, WV (10 mi): Take I-64 E to Exit 89 for Midland Trail; follow US-60 E and turn onto Midland Drive to reach the salt-works entrance.
Overview
J.Q. Dickinson Salt-Works in the Kanawha Valley revives a centuries-old salt tradition, using solar evaporation to harvest small-batch, mineral-rich salt from an ancient ocean trapped beneath the Appalachians. This seventh-generation family business supplies chefs and food lovers across the country.
What to Do
- Tour the facility and learn the region's geology and salt history
- Taste the salt and its distinctive flavors
- Attend seasonal farm-to-table dinners, artisan markets, and workshops
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