The West Virginia Sesquicentennial Commission spent $138,285 for
a four-day celebration of the state's 150th anniversary at the Capitol.
According to reports, the largest
expense was a 3-D movie that was projected onto the Capitol facade. The state
paid $50,000 of the movie's $175,000 cost.
The remainder was paid with private donations.
Other expenses included $21,400 for
souvenirs and $21,000 for musical entertainment.
The celebration in June also included
nightly fireworks, a parade and a car show.
The commission also provided $233,000
in grants to other celebrations across the state.
