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The mission of the Division of Culture and History's State Historic Preservation
Office is to encourage, inform, support, and participate in the efforts of the
people of West Virginia to identify, recognize, preserve and protect West
Virginia's prehistoric and historic structures, objects and sites.
The value of historic and prehistoric properties is intrinsic and therefore
worthy of protection. Their preservation can stabilize neighborhoods, stimulate
private investment, provide affordable housing, revitalize downtown activities,
attract tourists and enhance community pride. Our office works toward
achievement of these goals.
The Office administers both the state and federal historic preservation
programs. Our office aids federal and state agencies, local governments and the
general public in identifying and preserving the physical historic and
prehistoric resources of West Virginia. If you can't find the information you
need here on the site, you can email a question to
shpo @ wvculture.org.
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