Henderson Hall Historic District

Henderson Hall Historic District is a building complex spanning about 65 acres in Wood County with ten structures from the 19th century, including an Italianate mansion, worker housing, barns, and various agricultural buildings. Scattered across the grounds are three prehistoric earthen mounds from the Adena culture and a family cemetery.

The Henderson family established their settlement during the early phase of European occupation in the region and turned the property into a major operation for its time. The place lost its economic importance after the Civil War and was never again operated at the same scale.

The Henderson family cemetery anchors the landscape and shows how deeply this community was rooted in the place across generations. The gravestones and their layout tell stories about the people who lived and died here.

The grounds are open to walk through on your own, allowing you to explore the different buildings and terrain at your own pace while experiencing the layout and character of the property. Good footwear is helpful since the ground can be uneven depending on the season.

The three earth mounds on the grounds date to a culture that lived here long before Europeans arrived, and their presence is often overlooked by visitors. These archaeological features offer a window into a much older history of the place.

Location: West Virginia

Location: Wood County

GPS coordinates: 39.37780,-81.48280

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:22