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Elkins is rich in history. Its
beginnings reflect the rapid rise of
railroads and extractive industries in
West Virginia and the transformation of
the area economy from agrarian to
industrial. The
city’s founders,
Henry Gassaway Davis and Stephen Benton
Elkins, owned those railroads and they
brought their wealth and their famous
friends to their summer mountain homes
here – Graceland and
Halliehurst mansions. They also created
organizations and services that made
Elkins a bustling and prosperous
metropolis.
The city grew quickly and attracted
many renowned visitors, including
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Richard
Nixon, Jimmy Carter and other aspiring
and sitting presidents.
Elkins’ rapid growth
in the early 20th century is reflected
in the wealth of outstanding
architecture created during that time.
Sadly, many of the
city’s early
buildings have been lost. But today,
Elkins is experiencing a renewed
interest in preserving its heritage and
the historic buildings that house its
business, industry and residents.
The Elkins Historic Landmarks
Commission plays a crucial role in
identifying and preserving that
heritage. We’re here
to help you and your city government
keep our “city
beautiful†alive.
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Key
Services Expertise and
educational resources on Historic
Preservation
Technical assistance for preservation
grants
Information and
technical assistance with tax
incentives for preservation efforts in
National Historic Districts
Community meeting space in the Darden
House
A forum for
preservation issues
Direct representation to
State Historic Preservation
Office
Home to the
Preservation Resource Center - a
collection of books, magazines, and
trade catalogues focused on historic
preservation and sensitive restoration
projects
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