Raven Rock, West Virginia facts for kids
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Raven Rock
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 Raven Rock
Location in West Virginia
Raven Rock
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Pleasants |
| Elevation | 633 ft (193 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1552589 |
Raven Rock is a small, quiet community in Pleasants County, located in the state of West Virginia. It is an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town would.
History
Raven Rock got its name in a very interesting way! The community was named after a raven's nest that was seen high up on a rock. This rock was located near where the first settlers built their homes. A post office opened in Raven Rock in 1878. This office helped people send and receive mail for many years. It continued to serve the community until it closed in 1968.
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