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History of Philippi, West Virginia, USA
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The first major land battle fought between Union and Confederate soldiers in the Civil War was the Battle of Philippi on June 3, 1861.
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VINTAGE PHILIPPI
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Barbour County Court House
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Geneva Hotel
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Main Building, Broaddus Colleage, Philippi, W. Va.
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Philippi was established by charter in 1844.
1852 - (Philippi, WV) - In 1852 Lemuel Chenoweth, an Appalachian architect and carpenter, built a covered bridge in Philippi to provide a link on the turnpike running between Beverly and Fairmont.
In 1861, the city (Philippi, WV) was the site of the Battle of Philippi, known as "The Philippi Races". Although a minor skirmish, this is considered the earliest notable land action of the American Civil War.
Philippi was incorporated by act of the West Virginia Legislature on 1 February 1871.
The first railroad — the Grafton and Greenbrier, a narrow gauge — arrived at Philippi on 25 January 1884.
1895 - Philippi
Philippi or fil’ip-pé, a post-village, capital of Barbour co., W. Va., on the Tygart's Valley River, about 88 miles S.S.E. of Wheeling, and 20 miles S. of Grafton. It has a bank, 2 newspaper offices, 4 churches, and a tannery. A battle occurred here, June, 1861, between a few regiments of Unionists and a small body of Confederates.
1905 - (Philippi, WV) - new Barbour County Courthouse completed
1906
Philippi, fe-lip'pi or fil'ip-pe, a banking post-town, capital of Barbour CO., W. Va., on the Tygart's Valley River, 23 miles S. of Grafton, on the Baltimore and Ohio R. It has milling- and mining-industries. Pop. in 1900, 665. A battle occurred here, June, 1861, between the Federals and a body of Confederates.
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Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Philippi:
Philippi Covered Bridge: Start your visit with a stroll through the historic Philippi Covered Bridge. Built in 1852, it's one of the oldest covered bridges in West Virginia and a great spot for photos.
Barbour County Historical Museum: Discover the rich history of Philippi and Barbour County at this museum. It houses a collection of artifacts, documents, and exhibits that showcase the area's past.
Adaland Mansion: Located just a short drive from Philippi, the Adaland Mansion is a beautifully preserved 19th-century estate. You can take guided tours of the mansion and its gardens to learn about the region's history.
Philippi City Park: If you're looking for a place to relax and have a picnic, head to Philippi City Park. It features a playground, picnic shelters, and a serene pond for fishing.
Philippi Artisan Co-Op: This co-op showcases the work of local artisans, including handcrafted jewelry, pottery, and artwork. It's a great place to shop for unique souvenirs.
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Barbour County Historical Museum: Discover the rich history of Philippi and Barbour County at this museum. It houses a collection of artifacts, documents, and exhibits that showcase the area's past.
Adaland Mansion: Located just a short drive from Philippi, the Adaland Mansion is a beautifully preserved 19th-century estate. You can take guided tours of the mansion and its gardens to learn about the region's history.
Philippi City Park: If you're looking for a place to relax and have a picnic, head to Philippi City Park. It features a playground, picnic shelters, and a serene pond for fishing.
Philippi Artisan Co-Op: This co-op showcases the work of local artisans, including handcrafted jewelry, pottery, and artwork. It's a great place to shop for unique souvenirs.
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