Barbour County Historical Museum

04/06/2026

Thank you for the shout out, Preservation Alliance of West Virginia! We appreciate it, and will welcome any visitors who are interested in our unique museum!

🚂 Step Into History: The Philippi B&O Station
If you want to experience the true soul of Barbour County, look no further than the stunning Baltimore & Ohio (B&O) Railroad Station in Philippi. While the tracks may be quieter now, the building is louder than ever with stories of our past!

From Depot to Museum
Completed in 1911, this station was once the bustling gateway for travelers, students, and soldiers. Today, it has been perfectly preserved as the Barbour County Historical Museum. It’s the best place to explore our local legacy—from the first land battle of the Civil War to the world-famous "Philippi Mummies."

Unique Mission Style Architecture
What makes this building truly iconic is its Mission Style architecture. It stands out in West Virginia with its distinct Spanish-influenced features:

The Curvilinear Gables: Notice those elegant, wavy rooflines inspired by the historic missions of the American West.

The Red Tile Roof: That vibrant roof isn't just a pop of color; it’s a classic Mediterranean hallmark of the Mission aesthetic.

Stucco-Inspired Walls: The smooth, clean exterior gave the B&O line a touch of sophistication that still looks incredible today.

Deep Overhangs: Designed to keep passengers in the shade while waiting for the whistle to blow.

Whether you're a train buff, a history lover, or just appreciate beautiful buildings, the museum is a must-visit landmark right next to our famous Covered Bridge.

📍 Come see what’s inside the vault of Barbour County history!

04/03/2026

What's new at the Barbour County Historical Museum?
Check out our new exhibits:
The Floyd K. Thompson Collection from WWII and a land grant from 1783

Also, all collectable dolls are half price!

04/03/2026

New Exhibit at the Barbour County Historical Museum!

Floyd K. Thompson, originally from Volga, West Virginia, was a veteran of World War II. Thompson also served as a guard at the Nuremberg Trials, and brought home original photographs and signatures from the Trials and the War. We are proud to have these incredible pieces of history in our museum on display now. Stop by and see what else we have!

02/03/2026

Please Welcome our new associate to the Museum,
Caleb Nolan and our seasoned volunteer Jim Skidmore.
We will be opening Wednesday February 4th from 11 am to 4pm and will be open on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturdays from 11am to 4 pm from now on. please come by and check out our new displays and welcome Caleb to the community, Be sure and follow our page for updates as to what is going on in Philippi and Barbour County.

10/19/2025

An hour's announcement for the next few days (10/19-10/21) to be aware of. Apologies if this causes any inconveniences

09/08/2025

Lurch Fest hats are back at the Barbour County Historical Museum! They are in limited supply so be sure to drop by and grab yours soon!

09/01/2025

We are back with History of Philippi for a special announcement and a new YouTube channel to check out!

Channel link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9W6c7oueA8dKBWuNdTq7fQ

05/22/2025

As a heads up, there will be a change in hours from May 23-25. Normal hours will resume again on May 26. Be sure to drop by a little earlier this weekend!

05/02/2025

We will be having a change in hours today in preparation of the Philippi Art Stroll! We look forward to seeing everyone tonight!

04/11/2025

Today we bring everyone the third episode of the coal mining industry! Hop everyone enjoys!