Point Pleasant in Mason County, West Virginia — The American South (Appalachia)
Carolin Harris
1942 - 2016
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), July 31, 2021
1. Carolin Harris Marker
Inscription.
Carolin Harris was the owner and proprietor of Harris Steak House, which later became know as the "Mothman Diner." She was like a mother to all, always smiling when she greeted her patrons. The highlight for many was when she took time from her busy day to tell stories about the town of Point Pleasant and the legend of the Mothman. She opened Harris Steak House in 1969, two years after the collapse of the Silver Bridge in which she lost her young son Timmy and his father. Despite the tragic events, her kindness, hospitality, hard work and dedication never faltered. Carolin was instrumental in the development of Point Pleasant and will be forever in the heart of the residents and many friends who were blessed to know her.
Carolin Harris was the owner and proprietor of Harris Steak House, which later became know as the "Mothman Diner." She was like a mother to all, always smiling when she greeted her patrons. The highlight for many was when she took time from her busy day to tell stories about the town of Point Pleasant and the legend of the Mothman. She opened Harris Steak House in 1969, two years after the collapse of the Silver Bridge in which she lost her young son Timmy and his father. Despite the tragic events, her kindness, hospitality, hard work and dedication never faltered. Carolin was instrumental in the development of Point Pleasant and will be forever in the heart of the residents and many friends who were blessed to know her.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1969.
Location. 38° 50.583′ N, 82° 8.377′ W. Marker is in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, in Mason County. It is on Point Pleasant Biking & Walking Trail just north of 4th Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 411 Main St, Point Pleasant WV 25550, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in West Virginia’s Mid-Ohio Valley. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Upper South, in the Ohio River Valley, in Appalachia, and specifically in Southern Appalachia. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Viceroyalty of New France and also the territory of the Mississippian Culture.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Lord Dunmore's War (within shouting distance of this marker); Point Pleasant (within shouting
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), July 31, 2021
2. Carolin Harris Marker
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), July 31, 2021
3. Additional nearby signs
Credits. This page was last revised on February 6, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 3, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 1,145 times since then and 58 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on August 3, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
