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

Location of Ritchie County in West Virginia

Have you ever wondered about the oldest and most important buildings in your area? In Ritchie County, West Virginia, there are several special places that are officially recognized for their history. These places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This is a special list kept by the United States government. It helps protect buildings, sites, and objects that are important to American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture.

When a place is added to this list, it means it's a valuable part of our past. It helps us remember how people lived, worked, and built things long ago. In Ritchie County, there are 6 different properties and areas that have earned a spot on this important list. Let's explore some of these cool historic sites!

Historic Places in Ritchie County

	Name on the Register	Image	Date listed	Location	City or town	Description
1	Bank of Cairo		September 19, 1996 (#96000986)	Junction of Main St. and former Baltimore & Ohio railroad line 39°12′29″N 81°09′24″W / 39.208056°N 81.156667°W / 39.208056; -81.156667 (Bank of Cairo)	Cairo	The Bank of Cairo is an old bank building in the town of Cairo. It was built a long time ago and shows what banks looked like in the past. It's located right where Main Street meets the old Baltimore & Ohio railroad line. This bank played an important role in the town's early business and growth.
2	Harrisville Grade School		January 9, 1997 (#96001570)	217 W. Main St. 39°12′34″N 81°03′15″W / 39.209444°N 81.054167°W / 39.209444; -81.054167 (Harrisville Grade School)	Harrisville	The Harrisville Grade School is an old school building in Harrisville. Imagine all the students who learned and played here over the years! This building represents the history of education in the community. It reminds us how important schools have always been.
3	Harrisville Historic District		August 18, 2011 (#11000558)	Roughly bounded by North, South, and Stout Sts., and Moats Ave. 39°12′36″N 81°03′11″W / 39.21°N 81.053056°W / 39.21; -81.053056 (Harrisville Historic District)	Harrisville	The Harrisville Historic District isn't just one building. It's a whole area in Harrisville that has many old and important buildings. This district shows how the town grew and developed over time. Walking through it is like taking a step back into history!
4	Old Stone House		July 21, 1978 (#78002811)	310 W. Myles Ave. 39°17′05″N 80°58′19″W / 39.284722°N 80.972083°W / 39.284722; -80.972083 (Old Stone House)	Pennsboro	The Old Stone House in Pennsboro is a very special building. As its name suggests, it's made of stone and is one of the oldest structures in the area. It gives us a glimpse into the early days of settlement in Ritchie County.
5	Pennsboro B&O Depot		March 27, 2007 (#07000242)	corner of Broadway St. and Collins Ave. 39°17′06″N 80°58′07″W / 39.285000°N 80.968611°W / 39.285000; -80.968611 (Pennsboro B&O Depot)	Pennsboro	The Pennsboro B&O Depot was once a busy train station. Before cars were common, trains were a main way for people and goods to travel. This depot was a hub of activity, connecting Pennsboro to other towns and cities. It's a reminder of the important role railroads played in American history.
6	Ritchie County Courthouse		August 25, 2004 (#04000916)	115 E. Main St. 39°12′36″N 81°03′06″W / 39.21°N 81.051667°W / 39.21; -81.051667 (Ritchie County Courthouse)	Harrisville	The Ritchie County Courthouse is the main building for the county government. Important decisions about the county and its people have been made here for many years. It's a symbol of justice and community leadership in Ritchie County.