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West Virginia Historical Sites and Towns

City of Princeton

100 Courthouse Rd.PrincetonWV24740
  • Phone 304-487-5020
  • City of Princeton Information
  • www.cityofprinceton.org
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    Home to a Vietnam memorial, a war museum, the McNutt House, and the Princeton Railroad Museum as well as the Chuck Mathena Memorial Center for the Arts and much more.

    Contentment House

    Route 60AnstedWV25812
  • Phone 304-658-5695
  • Contentment House Information
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    Antebellum House constructed in 1830. On site: Historical Society Museum & one-room schoolhouse. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm, June-August. Located 1 mile west of Ansted on US Rt. 60.

    Gulf Preservation Authority

    PO Box 248SophiaWV25921
  • Phone 304-683-4934
  • Gulf Preservation Authority Information
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    “Sophia Front Door to the Gulf” Begin your 27-mile scenic/historical drive thru the Winding Gulf Smokeless Coal Fields in Sophia. It's like coming home, with antique/collectible shops, restaurants & welcome home friendliness. Coal Heritage Trail Rt. 16 S, Exit 42, I-77.

    City of Beckley

    PO Box 2514BeckleyWV25802
  • Phone 304-256-1768
  • Fax 304-256-1816
  • City of Beckley Information
  • www.beckley.org
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    A great place to live, work & play. Start your next business in an area that is growing and is the center of Southern West Virginia. We are located at the crossroads of success & growth. I-77, I-64 & US Rt. 19.

    John Henry Monument and Great Bend Tunnel

    c/o SCCVB, 206 Temple St.HintonWV25951
  • Phone 304-466-5420
  • John Henry Monument and Great Bend Tunnel Information
  • www.threeriverswv.com
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    Revisit the site where John Henry, the Steel Drivin’ Man, beat the steam drill in the famous contest that took place right at Great Bend Tunnel. Located on Rt. 3 in Talcott, WV.

    Historic Bramwell

    Rt. 52, NorthBramwellWV24715
  • Phone 304-325-8438 or 800-221-3206
  • Historic Bramwell Information
  • info@visitmercercounty.com
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    Stroll back in time to Historic Bramwell. Visit the Coal Heritage Interpretive Center, the unique shops and Coal Baron Mansions. Home tours conducted twice a year: May and December. Group tours by appointment.

    Carnegie Hall

    105 Church St.LewisburgWV24901
  • Phone 304-645-7917
  • Carnegie Hall Information
  • info@carnegiehallwv.com
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    Experience world-class performers in dance, bluegrass, world, classical and more. One of only four Carnegie Halls in the world, this intimate venue provides the chance to experience dazzling musicianship and outstanding vocal talent up close and personal.

    Carnegie Hall is a non-profit performing arts and education center with rotating exhibits, adult and youth classes and live performances. Visa/MC accepted.

    Whipple Company Store & Museum

    Rt 1 Box 426ScarbroWV25917
  • Phone 304-465-0331
  • Whipple Company Store & Museum Information
  • whipple@whipplecompanystore.com
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    Tour one of the oldest wooden "coal camp company stores" still left in our country today. Explore this historical icon, while discovering little known facts about our West Virginia Coal Mining Heritage. Open May 1 - October 31st. Major credit cards accepted.

    History in Our Mountains Museum & Gift Shop

    8 Wyoming St., Ste. 102WelchWV24801
  • Phone 304-436-4195 or 304-436-3209
  • Fax 304-436-8310
  • History in Our Mountains Museum & Gift Shop Information
  • gtci@citlink.net
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    Starting with a 30-minute documentary, walk through the history of McDowell County & most importantly the coal industry & its people. New this year – “The Loft” restaurant is part of the museum. Enjoy a sandwich - Isaiah Welch, Sid Hatfield or Mother Jones. Major credit cards.

    North House Museum / Greenbrier Historical Society

    301 W. Washington St.LewisburgWV24901
  • Phone 304-645-3398
  • Fax 304-645-5201
  • North House Museum / Greenbrier Historical Society Information
  • tammy@greenbrierhistorical.org
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    The North House was built in Lewisburg in 1820. The present archives and museum is the home of the Greenbrier Historical Society's collections and gift shop. Tours available thoughout the day Monday -Saturday. Closed all major holidays. Major credit cards accepted.

    Historic Graham House

    PO Box 218Pence SpringsWV24962
  • Phone 304-466-3321 or 304-716-6430
  • Historic Graham House Information
  • jbowling44@yahoo.com
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    Home of Colonel James Graham, built in 1770. Site of Indian Massacre of 1777. Open for tours Memorial Day to Labor Day on weekends or by appointment. Special events.  On site one room school museum. Oldest log home in WV on original site. Located between Hinton & Alderson.

    Beckley Renaissance

    PO Box 5015BeckleyWV25801
  • Phone 304-256-1776
  • Beckley Renaissance Information
  • jmoorefield@beckley.org
  • www.beckley.org
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    Historic district, recreational trail and special events including Chilli Night, the Kids Classic, Fridays in the Park and Wednesdays in the Square.

    City of Hinton - National Historic District

    PO Box 477HintonWV25951
  • Phone 304-466-5420
  • Fax 304-466-5420
  • City of Hinton - National Historic District Information
  • www.hintonwva.com
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    Discover this quaint, historic railroad village nestled in the mountains overlooking the New River. Over 200 buildings, churches & homes with rare & unusual architecture. Amtrak arrives 3 times per week. A must for railroad buffs!

    Coal Heritage Trail Interpretive Center

    100 Simmons StBramwellWV24715
  • Phone 866-858-8959 or 304-248-8595
  • Coal Heritage Trail Interpretive Center Information
  • info@coalheritage.org
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    Located in the historic district. Replica of the railroad depot that served Bramwell. Artifacts - Museum.

    Camp Washington Carver

    PO Box 119Camp CreekWV25820
  • Phone 304-438-3005
  • Fax 304-438-3006
  • Camp Washington Carver Information
  • information@wvculture.org
  • www.wvculture.org
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    Built in the 1940’s as a 4-H/agricultural extension camp for the state’s African-Americans, the facility now serves as a mountain cultural arts center. National Register of Historic Places.

    City of Bluefield

    200 Rogers St.BluefieldWV24701
  • Phone 304-327-2401
  • Fax 304-325-6494
  • City of Bluefield Information
  • angie.foley@comcast.net
  • www.cityofbluefield.com
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    Known as “Nature's Air Conditioned City” due to relatively high elevation. Considered the Southern Gateway to West Virginia.

    Historic Fayette Theatre

    115 S. Court St.FayettevilleWV25840
  • Phone 304-574-4655
  • Historic Fayette Theatre Information
  • historicfayettetheatre@hotmail.com
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    Historic Fayette Theatre presents a year-round schedule of music and drama performances. Tours of the Historic Fayette Theatre given on Fridays from 10 am to 2pm from Memorial Day Weekend til Mid-October. Located in downtown historic Fayetteville.

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