The Mountain State · WV
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About West Virginia
The story of Mountain State
Almost entirely mountainous — the only state entirely within the Appalachian region, with the New River, one of the oldest rivers in the world.
Broke away from Virginia during the Civil War in 1863 to remain with the Union, and coal has powered its economy for 150 years.
Country roads, coal-mining heritage, bluegrass and old-time music, and John Denver's love song for the mountain state.
Food. Pepperoni rolls (state dish), West Virginia hot dogs with slaw, ramps, biscuits and gravy, and Tudor's Biscuit World.
Sports. WVU Mountaineers football and basketball unite the state — the couch-burning post-win tradition speaks to devotion.
Outdoors. Whitewater raft the Gauley and New River, hike Seneca Rocks, ski Snowshoe, or scenic-drive the Highland Scenic Highway.
Economy. Coal, natural gas, chemicals, and a growing outdoor recreation industry as coal winds down.
Landmarks. Visitors flock to New River Gorge Bridge, Harpers Ferry, Seneca Rocks, Blackwater Falls.
Fun fact. The New River in West Virginia is one of the oldest rivers on Earth — geologists estimate it's between 260 and 325 million years old.
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The pride of the Mountain State
People love West Virginia because it isn't just a place — it's an identity. Country roads, coal-mining heritage, bluegrass and old-time music, and John Denver's love song for the mountain state. From the New River Gorge Bridge to the corner diner, this is a state where pride is worn, not spoken.
Whether you were born here, went to school here, or fell in love with West Virginia on a road trip, wearing a piece of it keeps that connection alive. Whitewater raft the Gauley and New River, hike Seneca Rocks, ski Snowshoe, or scenic-drive the Highland Scenic Highway.
Our West Virginia collection is designed for the people who know the state by heart — the ones who can pick out Charleston from the skyline and recognize the Northern Cardinal by song.
FAQ
Frequently asked about West Virginia
What is West Virginia famous for?+
West Virginia is famous for the Appalachians, coal country, whitewater rafting, and Mountaineer pride.
What is the West Virginia state nickname?+
West Virginia is known as The Mountain State.
What is the West Virginia state motto?+
The official motto of West Virginia is "Montani semper liberi".
What is the capital of West Virginia?+
The capital of West Virginia is Charleston.
What is the largest city in West Virginia?+
The largest city in West Virginia is Charleston.
When did West Virginia become a state?+
West Virginia was admitted to the Union on June 20, 1863 (35th).
What is the West Virginia state flower?+
The state flower of West Virginia is the Rhododendron.
What is the West Virginia state bird?+
The state bird of West Virginia is the Northern Cardinal.
What is the West Virginia state tree?+
The state tree of West Virginia is the Sugar Maple.
What is the West Virginia state animal?+
The state animal of West Virginia is the Black Bear.
What national parks are in West Virginia?+
Notable parks include New River Gorge NP, Harpers Ferry NHP, Monongahela NF.
What food is West Virginia known for?+
Pepperoni rolls (state dish), West Virginia hot dogs with slaw, ramps, biscuits and gravy, and Tudor's Biscuit World.
What are the best cities to visit in West Virginia?+
Top cities include Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, Parkersburg, Wheeling, Weirton.
Where can I buy premium West Virginia shirts?+
FiftyShirts offers premium West Virginia apparel — state pride tees, hoodies, hats, and gifts made-to-order and shipped to all 50 states.
What makes West Virginia unique?+
Almost entirely mountainous — the only state entirely within the Appalachian region, with the New River, one of the oldest rivers in the world. Country roads, coal-mining heritage, bluegrass and old-time music, and John Denver's love song for the mountain state.
What sports is West Virginia known for?+
WVU Mountaineers football and basketball unite the state — the couch-burning post-win tradition speaks to devotion.
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