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Charleston
Charleston has been the center of state government since 1885 when voters chose to have the capital relocate there from Wheeling.

The city is in Kanawha County, the county was formed in 1788 from parts of Greenbrier and Montgomery (Virginia) counties and was named for the river that flows through it.

Population: 53,421 (2000 census)
Elevation: 606 feet
Lodging: Surrounding Area of Charleston
 Arts and Entertaiment information: Graffiti

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State government is based out of Charleston.
( Photo courtesy W.Va. Department of Tourism)

State Bird
The Cardinal was made West Virginia’s official bird by concurrent resolution of the 1949 Legislature. The male of the species is a rich scarlet with a mask and shading of black, while the young birds and females are a less brilliant color.

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The West Virginia State Seal

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State Seal
The seal contains the Latin motto, Montani Semper Liberi, which means "Mountaineers Are Always Free." A large stone in the center of the seal stands for strength. On the stone is the date on which the State was admitted to the Union, June 20, 1863. The farmer with his axe represents agriculture and the miner with his pick represents industry.

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