Keyser in Mineral County, West Virginia — The American South (Appalachia)
Carskadon Mansion
Keyser Historical Walking Trail
Notable because Thomas R. Carskadon was a Vice-Presidential Candidate in 1892. He was considered radical because of his modern ideas on farming, politics, his inventions and life in general. His home had plumbing and conveniences ahead of the times.
He built the first silo in the eastern United States for his farm. The home is Pre-Civil War.
Erected by The City of Keyser, West Virginia. (Marker Number 19.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Government & Politics • Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the West Virginia, The City of Keyser series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1892.
Location. 39° 25.892′ N, 78° 59.241′ W. Marker is in Keyser, West Virginia, in Mineral County. It is on Carskadon Road just south of Reynolds Terrace, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 600 Carskadon Rd, Keyser WV 26726, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Eastern Panhandle. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Upper South, in Appalachia, and specifically in Northern 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 territory of the Mississippian Culture.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Thomas R. Carskadon (within shouting distance of this marker); Historical Markers (within shouting distance of this marker); Keyser / Averells Raid (within shouting distance of this marker); Cannon Road
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