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West Virginia Day
Happy W.Va. Day — 161 Years!
As every eighth grader knows, West Virginia officially left Virginia on June 20, 1863, in the middle of the Civil War to become a separate state.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsWV Day Celebrations Kick Off At Culture Center
West Virginia became a state 160 years ago on June 20, 1863 in the midst of the Civil War. West Virginians participate in activities around the state to commemorate the day.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsState’s Best Birthday Cake, Punch Highlight West Virginia Day Celebration
West Virginia’s 160th birthday celebration is set to begin at noon on Tuesday, June 20 at the Culture Center on the State Capitol campus.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFree Hatfield-McCoy Trail Passes On West Virginia Day
On West Virginia Day, June 20, state residents can ride free on the Hatfield-McCoy trail system.
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W.Va. Celebrates Its 159th Birthday
Born from the strife of the American Civil War, June 20 marks West Virginia’s birthday. This year, the Mountain State is celebrating 159 years.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsJune 20, 1863: West Virginia Enters the Union
On June 20, 1863, West Virginia entered the Union as the nation’s 35th state. It was the end of an unprecedented ladder to statehood that began with the…
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