Resistance Mounts Against Development of Kearneysville's Sunnyside Farm
REPORT: Proposed subdivision met with resistance as National Register Property on table to be developed
The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, May 15, 2025
The Spirit of Jefferson reports on the proposed development of Sunnyside Farm, a 220-acre National Register Property in Kearneysville. Designated in 1999 for its historical significance, the site is tied to local history, including the Civil War and figures like Horatio Gates. The preservation effort began with former owner Dr. Elizabeth Fulk Hill Moores, a descendant of early landholders. Community concerns have arisen regarding the impact of development on this culturally rich area.