Claysville, West Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Claysville
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 Claysville
Location in West Virginia
Claysville
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Mineral |
| Elevation | 1,086 ft (331 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1537384 |
Claysville is a small, quiet community located in Mineral County, West Virginia, United States. It's not a city or town with its own local government, which is why it's called an unincorporated community.
You can find Claysville where two important roads meet: West Virginia Route 93 and U.S. Route 50. It's also part of the larger Cumberland, MD-WV Metropolitan Statistical Area. This means it's connected to the bigger city of Cumberland, Maryland. The community was named after an early settler, someone who was among the first people to live there.
Exploring Claysville's History
Claysville has a few interesting places that show its history. These sites help us understand what life was like for the people who lived here in the past.
Important Historic Buildings
- Claysville Church: This old church is a significant landmark in the community. It has stood for many years.
- Log House of Claysville: This log house is another historic building. It tells us about the early days of Claysville and how people built their homes.
See also
In Spanish: Claysville (Virginia Occidental) para niños
