Mason County, Administrative county in West Virginia, United States.
Description
Mason County sits along the Ohio River in West Virginia and includes both river and land areas. Point Pleasant serves as the county seat and main hub for the region's communities and activities.
History
The county was established in 1804 and named after George Mason, a key figure in American constitutional history. The region became an important trading center along the river and grew around this strategic location.
Culture
The Battle Days and Mothman festivals in Point Pleasant keep local traditions alive through handmade crafts, live music, and community gatherings that draw visitors from surrounding areas. These events show how the region honors its past through celebration and shared activities.
Practical
The area offers fishing, boating, hiking, and camping along the rivers and surroundings. Visitors can easily find outdoor activities and natural spots to explore during their stay.
Did you know?
The Silver Bridge collapse in 1967 prompted new national bridge inspection standards that changed infrastructure safety protocols across the United States. This event had effects on engineering practices and safety measures far beyond the region itself.
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Silver Memorial Bridge
13.2 km
Fort Randolph
11.6 km
Tu-Endie-Wei State Park
13 km
Mothman Museum
13.1 km
Pomeroy–Mason Bridge
27.1 km
Gen. John McCausland House
13.3 km
Robert C. Byrd Lock and Dam
17.7 km
Racine Lock and Dam
18.9 km
Point Pleasant Rail Bridge
13.5 km
Meigs County Courthouse
28.7 km
Point Pleasant Historic District
13.2 km
Lewis-Capehart-Roseberry House
15.5 km
Putnam County Courthouse
28.6 km
Gallia County Courthouse
16.4 km
The Gold Houses
28.4 km
John Downing, Jr., House
26.1 km
James W. Hoge House
28.7 km
Middleport Public Library
25.8 km
Shumaker-Lewis House
27.8 km
Couch-Artrip House
8.7 km
William H. Grant House
25.8 km
Clerc-Carson House
27.8 km
Armstrong House
27.1 km
Powell-Redmond House
25.8 km
Winfield Toll Bridge
28.3 km
Ripley Historic District
27.5 km
Buffalo Town Square Historic District
17.3 km
West Virginia State Farm Museum
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