Declines in coal mining left behind these West Virginia Ghost Towns In the 1880’s, the opening of the new Norfolk and Western Railway sparked the beginning of new communities that transformed the region from agricultural into industrial boom towns. Lured by good wages and cheaper housing, people from as far away as Europe settled in …
The Bituminous Coal Heritage Foundation Museum explores the comprehensive history of coal in West Virginia - a history spanning four centuries!
ColorizedHistory is a subreddit created by the talented photo editor Mads Madsen, aka zuzahin, that focuses on taking old, black and white images and
Guest post by Amy Gentry We Are Much More Than Stereotypical Views Many people have misunderstood West Virginia and our way of life for many years, McDowell County in particular. I have lived in McDowell my entire life, excluding a few… 10.2k SHARES Share ItTweet This GooglePinterestStumbleupon
Visit Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine for a truly unique experience in West Virginia. Take a cart ride tour into a real coal mine led by veteran miner!
The Bituminous Coal Heritage Foundation Museum explores the comprehensive history of coal in West Virginia - a history spanning four centuries!
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A no-prep printable booklet that covers specified standards on the history of coal mining in West Virginia and the occupation of a coal miner. Teacher has a complete step-by-step sequential format for student mastery learning. Essential informational reading selections are followed with each "sto...
Coal mining community near Welch, West Virginia and other family and vintage photos from the past. Put faces to the names of your loved ones at AncientFaces.
ColorizedHistory is a subreddit created by the talented photo editor Mads Madsen, aka zuzahin, that focuses on taking old, black and white images and
