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Historic Waldomore

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Historic Waldomore

Built in 1842, Waldomore is the historic heart of Clarksburg. Once an antebellum mansion, it now serves as a research hub & community gathering space.

We invite you to trace your family roots or book your cultural event for free in our grand meeting room. For more than forty years, the Clarksburg-Harrison Public Library's home was an elegant antebellum house called Waldomore. The house was built in 1842, by local resident Waldo P. Goff and his wife, Harriet Moore, from which it the derived the name "Waldomore." In 1931, the house was gifted to t

he city of Clarksburg by May Lowndes Goff to be used as a library and museum. Over the years, the library's collection and services outgrew the capacity of the old building. In 1975, a new structure was built beside Waldomore to house the Library's main collection. Waldomore remains a part of the library complex. Its ground floor offers a large public meeting space alongside rooms that display period furnishings. Its second floor houses the West Virginia Collection and Gray Barker UFO Collection.

05/22/2026

Mind the slight change in Waldomore's hours next week. Have a wonderful holiday!

05/13/2026

Happy Birthday, May!! ;)

05/11/2026

Don’t let your precious memories fade away on old tapes! Waldomore is offering a FREE conversion service to help you preserve your past.

Whether it’s family vacations on VHS or your favorite mixtapes on cassette, you can now digitize them directly to your flash drive or mini SD card. Please bring your own storage device.

Call 304-627-2236 Ext. 220 for more details!

05/08/2026

Just wanted to give a shout out to Bombardiere for the efficient job they did at Waldomore getting our new gas line buried. One day they dug everything up, and by the end of the next day everything was covered and put back together as nicely as possible! TY

05/04/2026

LOST & FOUND This beautiful old family photo was found on the sidewalk in downtown Clarksburg and turned in to Waldomore. If it belongs to you, please reach out to retrieve it. I would love to reconnect you!

05/01/2026

Extended hours today for First Fridays - Downtown Clarksburg! Open till 8PM. Drop in for a guided tour of our historic house, explore the treasures in our research hub, or both!

04/29/2026

For the month of June
Immigration Exhibit - "E Pluribus Unum" Out of many, one.

Join us at your own convenience M-F anytime between 10 AM - 6 PM for a look at the early immigrants of Clarksburg, WV. Trace your family history back to these early settlers & discover the stories behind the dates and names on your family tree.

Not from here? Join us for some education and patriotic pride as we honor the diverse threads that weave our national fabric. America is a land of many colors, cultures, and stories. Waldomore has genealogy resources that span our state and a diverse collection of immigration records for our nation. Do you know your story? During this America 250 celebration, come find yours!

04/15/2026

Ready to solve the mysteries of your family tree or explore local Clarksburg history?

At Waldomore, we offer a treasure trove of resources to help you bridge the gap between the past and present and the best part? Access is completely free and we're open daily!

Whether you are a seasoned genealogist or researching for the first time, you can dive into our extensive collections, including:

City Directories: Trace residents and businesses year-by-year back to 1900.
Microfilmed Newspapers: Relive history published in local newspapers as far back as 1890!
Vital Records: Find source documentation with birth, marriage, and death records.
Passenger Lists: Follow your ancestors’ through their immigration journeys.
Obituaries: An excellent resource for family leads.
Family Histories: Discover personal legacies and connections.

Visit Us:
When you arrive at Waldomore, please ring the doorbell for admittance and our staff will be happy to assist you with your research if necessary.

Plan Ahead:
Prefer a dedicated time to dive deep into the archives? Call us at 304-627-2236 Ext 220 to schedule an appointment.

03/31/2026

Looking for a fun way to explore Downtown Clarksburg? Mark your calendars for April 10th! As part of the First Friday celebrations, Waldomore is thrilled to participate in the American 250 Scavenger Hunt.

Here is how you can join the adventure:

1) Pick up your card at The Bluebird.
2) Search for secret photos hidden at participating downtown businesses.
3) Return your completed card to The Bluebird by 7:30 PM.

Everyone wins! All completed hunts earn an America 250 sticker.

Whether you're a history buff or just looking for a fun evening out with the family, come celebrate our heritage and explore the heart of our community.

Address

404 West Pike Street
Clarksburg, WV
26301

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 6pm
Tuesday	10am - 6pm
Wednesday	10am - 6pm
Thursday	10am - 6pm
Friday	10am - 6pm

Telephone

(304) 627-2236

Website

https://www.clarksburglibrary.org/waldomore

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