Kirkwood, West Virginia facts for kids

Kirkwood is a small place in Nicholas County, in the U.S. state of West Virginia. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it is a group of homes and people. However, it does not have its own local government. Unlike a city or town, it doesn't have a mayor or city council.

The Story of Kirkwood

How Kirkwood Got Its Name

The community of Kirkwood was named a long time ago. It was named after one of the very first people who settled there. Naming places after early settlers was a common practice. Many towns and communities across the United States got their names this way.

The Old Post Office

Kirkwood once had its own post office. It opened in the year 1902. This post office helped people send and receive letters and packages. It was an important part of the community for many years. The post office stayed open until 1939. After that, people in Kirkwood likely used post offices in nearby towns.