| West Virginia (Morgan County), Berkeley Springs — "Stonewall" Jackson Hill |
| | From this point, "Stonewall" Jackson shelled Hancock, Md., Jan 5, 1862. After destroying supplies, the B&O Railway track and the bridge over the Great Cacapon, Jackson marched his army of 8,500 men to Romney and captured it. January 14. — Map (db m13158) |
| West Virginia (Morgan County), Berkeley Springs — Berkeley Springs / James Rumsey |
| | Berkeley Springs Washington first came here, 1748. Fairfax gave the springs to the public. Established as town, 1776. Virginia treated her sick soldiers here. Gen. Washington, Gen Buchanan, Gen. Gates, Charles Carroll and others bought lots 1777. James Rumsey Here, 1782-1785, lived James Rumsey, miller, innkeeper, and inventor of the steamboat. He demonstrated a model of his boat before Washington, 1784. He continued his experiments here and elsewhere until his public demonstration of . . . — Map (db m13016) |
| West Virginia (Morgan County), Berkeley Springs — Berkeley Springs Baths |
| | One of oldest spas in South, warm mineral spring waters first used by Native Americans for reputed healing powers. Frequently visited by George Washington. Land granted to Virginia by Lord Fairfax in 1776, but used as a health resort since 1750s. Now a state park, it ranks among nation's oldest resorts. Mineral waters, 74.3°F fed from numerous nearby springs at nearly 1,000 gallons per minute. — Map (db m13113) |
| West Virginia (Morgan County), Berkeley Springs — Berkeley Springs Sanitarium |
| | These healing springs, visited by Washington, 1748, were given to Virginia by Lord Fairfax. Helpful in treating infantile paralysis, rheumatism, diabetes and other diseases. Temperature of water is always 74 degrees. — Map (db m13114) |
| West Virginia (Morgan County), Berkeley Springs — Centennial Time Capsule |
| | This official West Virginia Centennial Time Capsule was dedicated October 12, 1963 as Morgan County's contribution to the State's Centennial celebration. It contains historical documents, personal messages to be distributed in 2063. — Map (db m13026) |
| West Virginia (Morgan County), Berkeley Springs — Lot owned by George Washington |
| | George Washington, surveyor for Lord Fairfax, visited "ye fam'd warm springs" first, Mar. 17, 1748. Later he brought his family "to try the effect of the waters" in 1768. When "Ye Town of Bath" was incorporated in October 1776, Washington bought this lot, and erected a dwelling house, kitchen and stable, finished July 10, 1784. — Map (db m13024) |
| West Virginia (Morgan County), Berkeley Springs — Morgan County Veteran's Monument |
| | Soldiers from Morgan County who served in the defense of their country in the following wars: Mexican War 1848 1861 - Civil War - 1865 Union soldiers killed in battle Died in prison Died during war Survived the War Located in County after war Confederate soldiers killed in battle Died during war Survived the war Located in County after war Spanish American War 1898 1899 - Philippino Insurrection - 1901 Opposite Side World War 1914 - 1918 — Map (db m13018) |
| West Virginia (Morgan County), Berkeley Springs — Sir John's Run |
| | Sir John's Run was named for Sir John Sinclair, the quartermaster for General Braddock on expedition in 1755 against the French at Fort Duquesne. James Rumsey demonstrated his steamboat here in 1785. — Map (db m13152) |
| West Virginia (Morgan County), Berkeley Springs — The Sons and Daughters of Morgan County |
| | In memoriam to The sons and daughters of Morgan County Through their passion, optimism courage and heroism they took up the struggle during the Second World War and made the sacrifices to perpetuate the gift our forefathers entrusted to us A Nation conceived in Liberty and Justice — Map (db m13021) |
| West Virginia (Morgan County), Berkeley Springs — Tuscarora (Clinton) Sand |
| | The massive resistant Tuscarora Sandstone is steeply inclined here and forms Fluted Rocks. The "Tuscarora (Clinton) Sand" of the driller produces some gas although it is largely untested in West Virginia. — Map (db m13157) |
| West Virginia (Morgan County), Berkeley Springs — Washington Heritage Trail |
| | Roman Bathhouse and Museum of the Berkeley Springs The second floor of the historic Roman Bath House, oldest public building in Berkeley Springs is the Museum of the Berkeley Springs with exhibits on the natural and cultural history of the springs and town. There are both permanent and changing exhibits. It was established in 1984 and is open regularly in season. Historically,this space has been used for everything from a Reading Room and doctor's office to the American Legion hall. On the . . . — Map (db m13120) |
| West Virginia (Morgan County), Berkeley Springs — Washington Heritage Trail — Panorama Overlook |
| | Today's View Panorama Overlook marks the north end of Cacapon Mountain's 30-mile march. Composed of Oriskany sandstone, it plunges nearly 1000 feet into the Potomac River which bends along the base of the Overlook as it heads downstream (to the right) toward the Chesapeake Bay. West Virginia is the near side of the river. Maryland is the farmland on the far side. Looking downstream, the hazy mountains in the distance (right) are in Pennsylvania. The jumbled mountains to the left . . . — Map (db m13155) |
| West Virginia (Morgan County), Holton — Morgan County / Berkeley County |
| | Morgan County. Formed, 1820, from Berkeley and Hampshire. Named for Gen. Daniel Morgan of the Revolutionary Army. Many of his renowned “Riflemen” were from the Eastern Panhandle, where he once lived. Famed Berkeley Springs here.
Berkeley County. Formed from Frederick in 1772. Named for Norborne Berkeley, Baron de Botetourt, governor of Virginia, 1768–1770. Home of many leaders in the Revolution. As early as 1774, George Washington had orchards planted here. — Map (db m1112) |
| West Virginia (Morgan County), Paw Paw — Paw Paw |
| | Important concentration point of the Union Army from 1861 to 1865. As many as 16,000 Federal troops were encamped here at one time. A blockhouse stood along the tracks of the B&O Railroad at this point. — Map (db m449) |
| West Virginia (Morgan County), Paw Paw — Washington Heritage Trail |
| | The Washington Heritage Trail is a 136-mile national scenic byway inspired by the prominent footsteps of George Washington through the three historic counties of West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle. Compelling history, spectacular scenery, geologic wonders, recreation and year ’round activities and festivals are highlighted by 45 historical sites. The trail meanders across mountains and rivers, through forests, farms and orchards as it connects five
18th century towns that remain the center of . . . — Map (db m450) |
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