Operating Hours

Open Monday through Friday

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Closed
Weekends and major Holidays

Contact

Main: (304) 558-0220
Staff List

The Culture Center
Capitol Complex
1900 Kanawha Boulevard East
Charleston, WV 25305-0300

Welcome!

The mission of the West Virginia Department of Tourism’s State Historic Preservation Office is to encourage, inform, support, and participate in the efforts of the people of West Virginia to identify, recognize, preserve and protect West Virginia’s prehistoric and historic structures, objects and sites.

The value of historic and prehistoric properties is intrinsic and therefore worthy of protection. Their preservation can stabilize neighborhoods, stimulate private investment, provide affordable housing, revitalize downtown activities, attract tourists and enhance community pride. Our office works toward achievement of these goals.

The Office administers both the state and federal historic preservation programs. Our office aids federal and state agencies, local governments and the general public in identifying and preserving the physical historic and prehistoric resources of West Virginia.

Stay in touch with SHPO and learn more about our programs by subscribing to our newsletter.

Announcements:

The following sites will be considered for nomination to the National Register of Historic Places at the February 20, 2026 virtual meeting of the West Virginia Archives & History Commission. Click here to register for the Zoom meeting.

West Virginia State Historic Preservation Office Sections