On April 26, 1937, the first highway historical marker, "State Capitol," was installed and dedicated in Charleston.
Learn more:
"Initial Historical Marker Will Be Installed Monday"
"First Historical Marker on Site of Capitol That Burned"
Gov. Homer Holt's Remarks Accepting West Virginia's First Historical Marker
"First Historical Marker, on Old Capitol Site, Presented to State"
Gov. Homer Holt Speaking at the First Marker Ceremonies
Four of the Speakers at the First Marker Ceremonies
April 26: Beckley