Buckhannon, County seat in north-central West Virginia, United States.
Buckhannon extends along the Buckhannon River at 436 meters elevation, covering 2.84 square miles in the Allegheny Mountain foothills.
The settlement received its name from Delaware Indian chief Buckongahelas in 1770 and became an incorporated city in 1852.
West Virginia Wesleyan College, established in 1890, operates as a private Methodist institution offering education to regional and international students.
The city maintains eight bank branches, including First Community Bank and Premier Bank, while North Central West Virginia Airport serves air travelers.
Every third week of May, the city organizes the West Virginia Strawberry Festival, celebrating local agricultural production.
Location: Upshur County
Elevation above the sea: 436 m
Website: http://buckhannonwv.org
GPS coordinates: 38.98920,-80.22420
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:48
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