West virginia history pictures

The War Police Department and Jail, War, West Virginia. Um, I hope the town still has a police department because this building looks quite abandoned.

Physical map of West Virginia, showing the major geographical features, mountains, lakes, rivers, protected areas of West Virginia

These historic West Virginia photos are some of the earliest images taken in the state. Take a look back into the Mountain State's past.

Not all history-making events occur in big cities. In fact, there are several tiny towns in West Virginia where huge things happened.

Here are five historic events from around West Virginia that may not have impacted a large number of people, but are true tragedies all the same.

McDowell Street, War, West Virginia postcard. Originally pinned by W Rivers onto McDowell County, West Virginia.

This charming log cabin village in West Virginia will transport you to the past. A perfect family-friendly day trip destination, it's loaded with history and fun. It has been recognized as a National Geographic Traveler Prime Destination. | Summer Day Trips | Heritage Site | Kids | Summer Ideas | Spring Break | West Virginia Museums | Farm Museum

35 Reasons to Love the 35th State

Take a trip back in time with these old pictures of West Virginia.