Kanawha County, Administrative division in West Virginia, United States
The administrative territory of Kanawha County extends across central West Virginia, containing Charleston, the state capital, along the Kanawha River valley.
Established in 1788, Kanawha County became a central point during the Civil War where Union and Confederate forces maintained strategic positions.
The State Capitol Building in Charleston stands as the governmental center of West Virginia, reflecting the architectural traditions of the early 20th century.
The Kanawha County Commission operates from Charleston, providing public services and maintaining communication channels through their official website and regular meetings.
The county administration manages a diverse landscape that includes both urban developments in Charleston and extensive rural territories along the Kanawha River.
Location: West Virginia
Inception: November 14, 1788
Capital city: Charleston
Shares border with: Roane County, Boone County, Clay County, Nicholas County, Fayette County, Raleigh County, Lincoln County, Putnam County, Jackson County
Website: http://kanawha.us
GPS coordinates: 38.34000,-81.53000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:02
West Virginia State Capitol
7.2 km
West Virginia Governor's Mansion
7.5 km
Criel Mound
14.9 km
Mardi Gras Casino and Resort
26 km
Kanawha State Forest
11.7 km
Downtown Charleston Historic District
9.2 km
Sunrise
9.7 km
Holly Grove Mansion
7.5 km
East End Historic District
7.4 km
West Virginia Capitol Complex
7.2 km
Schoenbaum Stadium
7.6 km
Craik-Patton House
5 km
Kanawha County Courthouse
9.6 km
Spring Hill Cemetery Historic District
7.6 km
Ebenezer Chapel
11.4 km
Charleston City Hall
9.6 km
Edgewood Historic District
10.5 km
Canty House
20.9 km
Chilton House
27.6 km
Cedar Grove
15.9 km
Plaza Theatre
9.3 km
W.E. Chilton II House
10 km
Charleston Railroad Bridge
11.8 km
Fort Scammon
11 km
William S. Gilliland Log Cabin and Cemetery
10.3 km
Young-Noyes House
7.7 km
Briarwood
9.2 km
William E. Mohler House
27.2 kmReviews
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