Vintage West Virginia Ephemera

Vintage West Virginia Ephemera – The Mountain State in Print

Explore the cultural and industrial legacy of Appalachia through Adirondack Retro’s Vintage West Virginia Ephemera collection. This curated archive features original vintage magazine advertisements and antique printed ephemera from the early to mid-1900s, capturing the rugged charm and resilient spirit of the Mountain State.

Each authentic piece reveals the history and livelihood of West Virginia’s people and places—ads highlighting Charleston’s growth as a capital city, Wheeling’s steel and glass industries, Harpers Ferry’s historic significance, and the scenic mountain tourism of White Sulphur Springs and The Greenbrier Resort. Discover railroad promotions from the Chesapeake & Ohio Railway, coal industry advertisements, and travel spreads showcasing the state’s rivers, gorges, and national forests.

These original magazine pages embody the artistry and optimism of America’s early 20th-century print culture—illustrating West Virginia’s blend of industrial grit and natural grandeur. Our museum-quality mat and frame service ensures archival preservation and sophisticated display—transforming each original ad or print into a timeless artifact of architectural heritage and visual culture.

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