Buckhannon: Then and Now — Main Street

Introducing… Buckhannon: Then and Now! Join us in showcasing the landmarks of Upshur County throughout history and today. This week, we shine a spotlight on the Main Street intersection between 1912 and 1919 and the same intersection in 2022. Original photo courtesy of the Upshur County Historical Society.

Main Street Buckhannon circa 1912-1919
Main Street Buckhannon circa 1912-1919
Main Street Buckhannon in 2022
Main Street Buckhannon in 2022

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