Buckhannon: Then & Now – Buckhannon River

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Buckhannon: Then and Now. Join us in showcasing Upshur County throughout history and today.

Check out this post card of the Buckhannon River. Many people find themselves at Buckhannon River for a variety of outdoor recreation activities: fishing, kayaking, tubing, boating, simply enjoying an evening by the water and more!

Buckhannon River post card / Original photo courtesy of the Upshur County Historical Society

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