In 1893; a few businessmen purchased some land just west of Huntington; West Virginia; to develop a new community. Eventually; Central City--as it was called--bustled with industry; thriving on the five major factories that became the nucleus of the small city. Because of the booming job market; the community grew: families settled; homes; schools; and churches were built; and a government was established. When Central City was annexed into Huntington in 1909; the old industrial town all but disappeared; losing its own identity and rich history. Luckily; Central Citys heritage was saved in the late 1980s; when a reunion for early families was organized and funds were allocated by the City of Huntington for the communitys rebirth. Today Old Central City is touted as the Antique Capital of West Virginia and hosts Old Central City Days annually to commemorate the vibrant heritage of this almost-lost West Virginia town.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. The ornaments have been especially usefulBy Bronwen Scott-BranaganI have only looked at the inside as I sent it to my daughter for her birthday via . I was so pleased as it arrived right on the day of her birthday.As I have not seen the book myself. I cannot comment. except to say that she is delighted with it and has found it very helpful. especially the ornaments. She and her husband make costumes of different eras as authentically as possible and in their spare time they visit schools wearing the costumes to teach the children about clothes and customs in those times. They make it lively and fun. demonstrate and play instruments of the time. and make it as close as possible to what it was like in those days.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy emksgreat research
