FAYETTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

ANSTED, WV

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The Fayette County Historical Society is located in Ansted, West Virginia, and is dedicated to preserving the history of Fayette County and its surrounding areas. The society was founded in 1964 and has since become a focal point for historical research, education, and preservation in the region.

The society's headquarters is located in the historic Hawks Nest State Park, which was once a bustling industrial center for the coal mining industry. The museum houses a vast collection of artifacts, documents, and photographs that chronicle the county's rich history, including its role in the Civil War, the development of the coal mining industry, and the emergence of the New River Gorge as a popular tourist destination.

In addition to its museum, the society also manages several historic sites and landmarks throughout the county, including the Fayette County Courthouse, which was built in 1892 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The society also hosts regular events and educational programs for the community, including lectures, tours, and workshops.

Overall, the Fayette County Historical Society is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Fayette County and the surrounding region, providing valuable insights into the people, places, and events that have shaped this vibrant and diverse community.

FAYETTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in ANSTED WV. US MID #8405400255

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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Contact FAYETTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

FAYETTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 702
ANSTED
WV
25812

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FAYETTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8405400255
Name FAYETTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 556028112
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 38.13374, -81.097064
CODES FIPS State Code: 54
FIPS County Code: 019
US Census Tract: 020900
US Census Block: 4048