Windom, West Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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 Windom
Location in West Virginia
Windom
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Wyoming |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1556004 |
Windom is a small place in Wyoming County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.
About Windom
Windom is located in the beautiful state of West Virginia. It is part of Wyoming County. This area is known for its natural beauty and hills.
How Windom Got Its Name
Windom has an interesting history regarding its name.
From Darby to Windom
Before November 1899, this community was known by a different name: Darby. Later, its name was changed to Windom.
Named After a Leader
The community was renamed in honor of William Windom. He was an important person in the United States government. William Windom served as the United States Secretary of the Treasury. This job means he was in charge of the country's money and finances.
