Harpers Ferry Park Land Exchange Proposed for Border Facility
West Virginia reps propose exchanging Harpers Ferry park land for border protection training facility
DC News Now | Tuesday, November 18, 2025
A legislative proposal by local delegates seeks to facilitate a land exchange between Harpers Ferry National Historic Park and U.S. Customs and Border Protection for a training facility. This initiative could have significant implications for the area, particularly affecting residents in Harpers Ferry and neighboring towns such as Ranson and Charles Town, as it aims to bolster national border security while navigating the interests of local heritage and land use, as reported by DC News Now.