Memorial Arch

The Memorial Arch is a neoclassical limestone structure at the entrance to Memorial Park in Huntington, combining Roman architectural forms with local craftsmanship in its carved surfaces. The structure shapes the park's character with its classical arches and relief-decorated walls on both sides.

The memorial was built between 1924 and 1929 by the Cabell County War Memorial Association to honor regional soldiers who served in World War I. Its completion occurred during an era when America was commemorating war veterans through lasting structures.

The arches and carved ornaments follow Roman design principles, showcasing stonework details that craftspeople carefully chiseled into the limestone. Visitors can observe the fine reliefs that demonstrate the artisan skill of that period.

The structure sits at the intersection of 11th Avenue and Memorial Boulevard and serves as a central landmark in the park. The location is easy to walk to, and daytime light makes it simple to observe the stonework details up close.

The arch is the only structure of its kind in West Virginia directly imitating Roman triumphal arch styles. Its recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 1981 highlights its importance as an architectural testimony to the interwar period.