The Block
N 38° 21.005 W 081° 37.829
17S E 444909 N 4244846
The sign tells about the different types of people living in the 25 acre area.
Waymark Code: WMV16R
Location: West Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 02/06/2017
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The Block
Heart of the black community, area was the center for black business, education, religion, and social life but also had Greek, Italian, Lebanese and Syrian businesses. Many local black leaders had ties to the area, which declined due to 1960s urban renewal and interstate system. Named first local historic district in 2011, the 25~are area has five National Register sites.
Marker Number: none on marker
Marker Title: The Block
Marker Location: South of Shrewbury Street
County or Independent City: Charleston, WV
Marker Program Sponsor: West Virginia Archives & History, 2013
Web Site: Not listed
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