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History of Jefferson County


Explore our rich fabric of history that includes the Washingtons, Lewis & Clark, the Civil War and so much more.


Civil War and American History Washington Family History African-American History Lewis & Clark


Links to important historical resources in Jefferson County


African American Heritage
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Historic Charles Town
Historic Harpers Ferry
Town of Bolivar
City of Ranson		 Historic Shepherdstown
Historic Middleway
Friends of Happy Retreat
Jefferson County Historical Society
Washington Heritage Trail
Jefferson County Historic Landmarks Commission