About Thornton, WV
Thornton is a town located in Taylor County in the northern region of West Virginia. Major attractions are the annual Thornton pumpkin festival and the nearby International Mother’s Day Shrine, which was recognized as a National Historic Landmark in 1992. Another attraction is the Valley Falls State Park that features the scenic half-mile long waterfalls. Schools that serve Thornton include Anna Jarvis Elementary and Taylor County Vocational Center. Local businesses include Black Bear Real Estate and Bus and Marie Hamilton DBA Hometown Auto.