Location: Elkins
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Elkins is a city in Randolph County, West Virginia, USA. The community was incorporated in 1890 and named in honor of Stephen Benton Elkins (1841–1911), a U.S. Senator from West Virginia. The population was 7,094 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Randolph County. Elkins is home to Davis and Elkins College and to the Mountain State Forest Festival, held in early October every year.
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1. Halliehurst Mansion
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Constructed of native hardwoods and stone, Halliehurst Mansion was patterned after a castle in the Rhineland admired by Mrs. Stephen Elkins, the former Hallie Davis. Completed in 1890, the house served as the Elkins' family summer residence. Standing next to Graceland, together the two palatial homes became the site of many elaborate social occasions and business gatherings.
2. Tiny Church
3. West Virginia Railroad Museum
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4.0 based on 6 reviews
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This small museum about railroading in West Virginia is very informative with a very detailed exhibit with many artifacts on display. The exhibits changes every year, so you should come back even if you have been before. This is a must-see for rail fans and history nerds. Anyone else will be able to learn something new. Includes a small gift shop. Admission is a good deal at just $5 per person, but double-check their hours before you visit because they are usually only open Spring-Fall. Conveniently located in downtown Elkins near plenty of shops and restaurants.
4. Big Chair
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Outdoor, made of wood, in a store parking lot. Roughly 15 feet tall, with a seat that can be climbed into for photos.
5. Davis Memorial Presbyterian Church
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4.0 based on 2 reviews
Davis Memorial Presbyterian Church is a historic Presbyterian church at 450 Randolph Avenue in Elkins, Randolph County, West Virginia, United States. It was originally built in 1894 and 1895. The style is Gothic, with Romanesque and eclectic influences. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984.
6. Gov. H. Guy Kump House
Completed in 1925, the Kump House was home to the family of Herman Guy Kump, a leading attorney and the 19th Governor of West Virginia. Kump was in office from 1933 to 1937 and is best known for his work promoting public education and working with the federal government to promote public works projects throughout the state during the Great Depression.
7. Randolph County Courthouse and Jail
Randolph County Courthouse and Jail is a historic courthouse and jail located at Elkins, Randolph County, West Virginia. The two buildings were built between 1902 and 1904. They are constructed of brick and faced with stone with contrasting smooth and textured stone trim. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.
