May 12, 2026

Message from the Office of the Mayor – The Town of Bath is Open for Business

The Town of Bath is Open for Business

Message from Mayor Greg Schene

Town of Bath, Berkeley Springs

Bath, West Virginia – As America’s First Spa Town, the Town of Bath (Berkeley Springs) has built a national reputation around wellness tourism, historic charm, arts and culture, hospitality, and authentic small-town experiences. Today, we are working to build upon that momentum and strengthen Bath as a vibrant four-season destination for visitors and entrepreneurs alike.

Our vision is simple: Bath is open for business!

We believe the future of our community includes thoughtful investment, creative entrepreneurship, locally owned businesses, destination dining, boutique lodging, arts and entertainment, and new experiences that complement the character and heritage of our historic town.

Conceptual Streetscape Rendering — Irish Bar & Ice Cream Parlor

With visitors arriving from Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, Baltimore, Pittsburgh, and throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, Berkeley Springs continues to see growing interest from travelers seeking meaningful experiences, wellness-focused travel, walkable downtowns, and unique independent businesses.

The Town is actively working to encourage sustainable growth and support initiatives that increase visitation, overnight stays, downtown activity, and economic vitality. Through new development and improvement projects such as Fabulous Facades, Creekside Provisions & Supplies, and the Tiny Shoppe Village, we are focused on creating a stronger year-round visitor economy that benefits residents, local businesses, entrepreneurs, and future investment alike.

Conceptual Streetscape Rendering — B&B & Speakeasy

We welcome conversations with entrepreneurs, artists, restaurateurs, hospitality operators, wellness professionals, retailers, and visionaries who see opportunity in the future of Berkeley Springs.

Whether you are considering opening a boutique, café, gallery, inn, wellness concept, or another business venture, we encourage you to explore what Bath has to offer.

This is a community with history, momentum, and opportunity.

And we are just getting started. Bath is Open for Business!

Let’s get the conversation started. Call Mayor Greg at 304-258-1102.

Conceptual Streetscape Rendering — Old High School to Mixed Use Building
About the Town of Bath
 
The Town of Bath, West Virginia—home to Berkeley Springs—is officially recognized as America’s First Spa Town. Founded in 1776, Bath is renowned for its historic mineral waters, vibrant arts community, and growing tourism economy. Through initiatives such as Bath 365, the Town is committed to expanding year-round visitation, supporting local businesses, and enhancing the overall visitor experience.
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