Bluefield in Mercer County, West Virginia — The American South (Appalachia)
Law and Commerce Building
Office workers in today's world will be able to identify with the function of this distinguished Neo-Classical Revival building. Completed in 1918, the Law and Commerce Building was Bluefield's first modern office building. One special feature was the full bowling alley in the basement, which provided lunch time amusement for area workers.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce • Parks & Recreational Areas • Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1918.
Location. 37° 16.132′ N, 81° 13.326′ W. Marker is in Bluefield, West Virginia, in Mercer County. It is on Federal Street (U.S. 52) south of Raleigh Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 211 Federal St, Bluefield WV 24701, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Southern Coalfields. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Upper South, in Appalachia, and specifically in Southern Appalachia. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World,
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The West Virginian Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); Elks Lodge and Opera House (within shouting distance of this marker); Bluefield Daily Telegraph Building (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Peery Building (about 400 feet away); Old City Hall (about 500 feet away); Legends and Landmarks (about 500 feet away); West Virginia's Most Diverse City (about 500 feet away); Where the Chicory Blooms (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Bluefield.
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), July 4, 2026
3. National Register of Historic Places plaque for the building
Credits. This page was last revised on July 9, 2026. It was originally submitted on July 9, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 6 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 9, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
