Kirby, West Virginia facts for kids
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Kirby, West Virginia
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Cox's Store in Kirby
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 Kirby, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Kirby, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Hampshire |
| Elevation | 1,519 ft (463 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
26755
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| Area code(s) | 304 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1554886 |
Kirby is a small, unincorporated community in Hampshire County, West Virginia. An unincorporated community means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
This community is located in the U.S. state of West Virginia. It sits along a stream called Grassy Lick Run, which flows into the North River. You can find Kirby south of Romney, right where Grassy Lick Road and Rock Oak Road meet.
How Kirby Got Its Name
Kirby was named after an early postmaster who worked there. A postmaster is the person in charge of a local post office.
Historic Places in Kirby
Kirby is home to a notable historic building:
- Cox's Store (built around 1864)
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