National Register of Historic Places listings in Marshall County, West Virginia facts for kids

Location of Marshall County in West Virginia

Have you ever wondered about old buildings or places that have a special story? The National Register of Historic Places is like a special list of important buildings, sites, and objects across the United States. These places are recognized because they have a unique history, amazing architecture, or are important to our country's past.

This article shares a list of these special places found in Marshall County, West Virginia. There are 12 different properties and areas in the county that are on this important list. You can even see where some of them are on an online map if their exact location is shared!

Historic Places in Marshall County

Marshall County is home to many fascinating historic sites. Each one tells a part of the story of West Virginia and the people who lived there. Let's explore some of these amazing places!

	Name on the Register	Image	Date listed	Location	City or town	Description
1	B & O Railroad Viaduct		June 22, 1976 (#76001370)	Spans the Ohio River at the southern end of Benwood 40°00′40″N 80°44′13″W / 40.011°N 80.73685°W / 40.011; -80.73685 (B & O Railroad Viaduct)	Benwood	This amazing bridge crosses the Ohio River. It was built for the Baltimore & Ohio (B&O) Railroad, which was a very important railway in American history. It connects West Virginia to Ohio!
2	Cameron City Pool-PWA Project 1196		July 14, 1993 (#93000612)	Park St. 39°49′46″N 80°34′01″W / 39.829444°N 80.566944°W / 39.829444; -80.566944 (Cameron City Pool-PWA Project 1196)	Cameron	The Cameron City Pool was built as part of a special government program called the Public Works Administration (PWA). This program helped create jobs during a tough time in history. It's cool to think that a swimming pool can be a historic landmark!
3	Cameron Downtown		December 4, 1998 (#98001473)	Roughly bounded by Church St., Waynesburg Ave., Main St., and Park St. 39°49′35″N 80°33′57″W / 39.826389°N 80.565833°W / 39.826389; -80.565833 (Cameron Downtown)	Cameron	This historic district includes many important buildings in downtown Cameron. It shows what a typical American town looked like in the past. Walking through it is like taking a step back in time!
4	Bennett Cockayne House		December 12, 2002 (#02001521)	1111 Wheeling Ave. 39°56′33″N 80°45′17″W / 39.942500°N 80.754722°W / 39.942500; -80.754722 (Bennett Cockayne House)	Glen Dale	The Bennett Cockayne House is a beautiful old home. It's a great example of the kind of architecture that was popular when it was built. Imagine living in a house with so much history!
5	Ferrell-Holt House		February 3, 1987 (#86003678)	609 Jefferson Ave. 39°55′08″N 80°44′52″W / 39.918889°N 80.747778°W / 39.918889; -80.747778 (Ferrell-Holt House)	Moundsville	The Ferrell-Holt House is another historic home in Moundsville. It has been preserved to show how people lived in earlier times. Each old house has its own unique story to tell.
6	Grave Creek Mound		October 15, 1966 (#66000751)	Off WV 2 39°55′01″N 80°44′42″W / 39.916944°N 80.745°W / 39.916944; -80.745 (Grave Creek Mound)	Moundsville	This is one of the largest ancient burial mounds in North America! It was built by the Adena people, who lived here thousands of years ago. It's an amazing reminder of the early cultures that shaped this land.
7	McMechen Lockmaster Houses on the Ohio River		November 12, 1992 (#92001485)	623-625 Grant St. 39°59′22″N 80°44′03″W / 39.989444°N 80.734167°W / 39.989444; -80.734167 (McMechen Lockmaster Houses on the Ohio River)	McMechen	These houses were once home to the "lockmasters" who operated the locks on the Ohio River. Locks help boats move up and down rivers where the water level changes. These houses are a cool link to the history of river travel and trade.
8	Moundsville Commercial Historic District		March 17, 1995 (#95000252)	Roughly Jefferson Ave. from 2nd to 7th Sts., 7th from Jefferson to Lafayette Ave., and Lafayette south of 7th 39°55′15″N 80°44′49″W / 39.920833°N 80.746944°W / 39.920833; -80.746944 (Moundsville Commercial Historic District)	Moundsville	This district includes many important buildings in the business heart of Moundsville. It shows how the town grew and developed over time. Many of these buildings have unique architectural styles.
9	Bushrod Washington Price House		November 22, 1995 (#95001326)	1803 Virginia St. 39°55′22″N 80°43′57″W / 39.922639°N 80.732500°W / 39.922639; -80.732500 (Bushrod Washington Price House)	Moundsville	The Bushrod Washington Price House is another historic residence in Moundsville. It's named after a notable person from the area's past. Preserving homes like this helps us remember the people who shaped the community.
10	Spencer Cemetery		December 12, 2012 (#12001051)	668 Burley Hill Rd. 39°52′01″N 80°32′15″W / 39.866944°N 80.537500°W / 39.866944; -80.537500 (Spencer Cemetery)	Cameron	A cemetery might seem like an unusual historic place, but Spencer Cemetery holds the stories of many people who lived in the area. Old gravestones and monuments can tell us a lot about the past and the families who settled here.
11	West Virginia State Penitentiary		September 19, 1996 (#96000987)	818 Jefferson Ave. 39°54′55″N 80°44′34″W / 39.915278°N 80.742778°W / 39.915278; -80.742778 (West Virginia State Penitentiary)	Moundsville	The West Virginia State Penitentiary is a very old and unique building. It was built in the Gothic Revival style, which means it looks a bit like a medieval castle! It's a significant example of historic architecture in the state.