Beckley, County seat in Raleigh County, West Virginia, United States.
Beckley stands at 738 meters elevation on the Allegheny Plateau, encompassing 9.50 square miles of land with forests and urban developments.
Founded in 1838 and named after John James Beckley, the first Clerk of the House of Representatives, the city gained prominence as Raleigh County seat in 1850.
Tamarack Marketplace functions as a central venue for West Virginia artisans, displaying regional crafts and supporting local creative expressions through exhibitions.
The intersection of Interstate 64 and Interstate 77 provides direct access to the city, while Raleigh County Memorial Airport connects to Charlotte and Parkersburg.
Four universities operate within city limits, including West Virginia University Institute of Technology, creating an educational center in southern West Virginia.
Location: Raleigh County
Inception: 1838
Elevation above the sea: 738 m
Website: http://www.beckley.org/
Website: http://beckley.org
GPS coordinates: 37.77972,-81.18306
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:19
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