Charles Town's Former Jailhouse: A Historic Preservation Victory
An article from The Journal discusses the fate of historic buildings in Charles Town, focusing on the former jailhouse—now the Family Court building—whose planned demolition by a past County Commission sparked a protracted community battle. This structure, with its Georgian Revival architecture and historical significance related to the coal miners' treason trials of 1922, was ultimately saved through citizen advocacy, underscoring the importance of preserving local history and the potential financial benefits for the community.
