APUS Richard G. Trefry Archives | Panhandle History and Heritage Guide: Organizations

The Preservation Alliance of West Virginia is a statewide grassroots organization supporting historic preservation in the mountain state.

The purpose of this organization is to support the mission in the following ways:
1) by continuing research and study of the Campaign
2) by providing a forum that encourages an ongoing exchange of ideas and dialog
3) educating the public by organizing and hosting living history events and other educational forums
4) by documenting associated sites, structures, and artifacts
5) to assist in preserving and interpreting those sites, structures, and artifacts

Use this site to discover and explore the natural and cultural history of 18th century towns, 19th century industrial sites, Washington family homes, springs, rivers and mountain ranges located along 136 miles of the scenic Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia.