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THE PAST IS OUR FUTURE.

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WELCOME

Welcome to the Raleigh County Historical Society! We are dedicated to preserving the stories, places, and people who shaped our community. From the Wildwood House museum to our growing archives and local history programs, we invite you to explore the past with us and help keep our heritage alive for future generations.

RESEARCH REQUEST

Request help with your local history or genealogy research.

EVENTS

Discover our upcoming programs, tours, and community events.

Wildwood House Tours

Learn about visiting and touring the historic Wildwood House.

Memberships

Join our community and help preserve Raleigh County's History.

Upcoming Events

Dec 06, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Beckley Christmas Parade
Beckley, Neville St, Beckley, WV 25801, USA
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Dec 06, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Beckley, Neville St, Beckley, WV 25801, USA
Come out to the Annual Beckley Christmas Parade and see the Raleigh County Historical Society in the parade. The theme this year is Toyland/Christmas Gifts.
Dec 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Christmas at Wildwood 2025
Beckley, 121 Laurel Terrace, Beckley, WV 25801, USA
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Dec 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Beckley, 121 Laurel Terrace, Beckley, WV 25801, USA
Join us for a few hours of old fashion fun as we celebrate Christmas the original Beckley way.
Dec 15, 2025, 11:50 PM – 11:55 PM
Deadline: Calendar Photo Contest
Online Submission via email
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Dec 15, 2025, 11:50 PM – 11:55 PM
Online Submission via email

JOIN THE CLUB!

Become a member of the Raleigh County Historical Society, enjoy the benefits of membership and support the work of preserving the history of our county!

JOIN US

A Glimpse into Raleigh County History

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