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Morgantown, University city in West Virginia, United States

Morgantown stretches along the Monongahela River, surrounded by hills with neighborhoods rising over 1,200 feet in elevation at Dorsey Knob Park.

Zackquill Morgan established Fort Morgan in 1772, leading to the incorporation of Morgantown as a Virginia settlement before joining West Virginia in 1863.

The Metropolitan Theatre, opened in 1924, presents performances throughout the year while West Virginia University contributes to the educational environment of the city.

The Mountain Line Transit Authority and Personal Rapid Transit system connect different areas of the city, covering 8.65 miles with multiple stations.

Morgantown operates an experimental driverless transit system called PRT, connecting West Virginia University campuses since the 1970s.

Location: Monongalia County

Inception: 1772

Founders: Zackquill Morgan

Elevation above the sea: 293 m

Website: https://morgantownwv.gov

GPS coordinates: 39.63361,-79.95056

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:12

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