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Huntington, West Virginia
Population: 51,475
Located in Cabell County
Enjoy a nostalgic visit to turn-of-the century railroad kingdom of Collis P. Huntington. It brings surprises in the way of 1990's accommodations, recreation and entertainment that make Huntington a new and exciting, bustling city.
In Huntington, West Virginia, located in the southwestern part of the state on the Ohio River, you'll be visiting the dream-come-true of the man who ran the railroad during the vast industrial revolution. Collis P. Huntington needed a town to serve as a railroad terminus between the East coast and the Midwest, so he created one. Obviously named for the magnate, Huntington is a bustling city which was planned as the ideal residential and industrial hub of the Ohio River Valley. Here, you can see the sprawling tree-lined avenues and grand Victorian mansions resting between the massive Ohio River and the city-wide Ritter Park that extends almost the entire length of Huntington.
While our picturesque city is a year-round destination, spring and summer offer added delights. Those who come in late April and May can delight in the abundance of colorful blooming Azalea and Dogwood which are trademarks of the residential area. By mid-summer, the renowned Rose Garden of Ritter Park is in full bloom ready for weddings, garden parties and guided tours. Terraced along the park's most eastern border, the Rose Garden presents just one of the many pleasures in the lush park. A natural amphitheater serves as a setting for weekend entertainment that features outdoor drama, classical music and contemporary music concerts.
KineticPark is an ingeniously planned 95-acre business and technology park strategically located in Huntington, West Virginia on Interstate 64. Around KineticPark you will find rich natural resources and scenic landscapes. It’s also surrounded by a diverse business base, an abundant and productive labor force, nationally-recognized medical providers and renowned Marshall University. Winding up the hills from the park, you will see the Huntington Museum of Art which boasts collections of the masters, the Impressionists and American history. Also a setting for entertainment, the museum is host to touring groups of well-known entertainers. Along Huntington's main port is the Harris Riverfront Park with yet another amphitheater for summer-long entertainment and festivals. In July, the river is celebrated at Summerfest, a week-long festival and top-notch entertainment.
As you stroll along the wide tree-lined streets and avenues of downtown, one of the first things you notice is how colorful and unique our city is. Huntington is one of the best designed cities in the country for easy navigation among the streets. Everywhere you look your eyes will be filled with the different styles and eras of architecture. Mother Nature is abundant and thriving in Huntington with trees lining the streets and with well-groomed landscapes creating a natural old-fashioned "Home Town" feel. Various cultures from around the World blend together to enrich our city.
The River Park Hospital, 12th Street and Sixth Avenue, resides in the same vicinity as the schools and the church near the 1300 block of Sixth Avenue. Our citizens' spiritual needs are met by a multitude of churches, some as old as the city.
Downtown provides many opportunities for family fun and recreation. These include dining, the arts and various entertainment options. Some of the choices are the Harris Riverfront Park, Heritage Village , Big Sandy Superstore Arena , our many movie theatres and our various restaurants. The options for dining range from fast food to fine dining with a variety of ethnic cuisines.
Other specialties of the Huntington area include an authentic Mexican restaurant that has received regional acclaim, several seafood restaurants and numerous college town bistros. The city's Civic Arena and Veteran's Memorial Fieldhouse is host to world renowned entertainment throughout the year. Easily accessible and possessing all the amenities, Huntington presents an excellent destination or stopover for travelers.
The Heart Of Central City Is History In the early 1890's Central City was born. Later incorporated into the city of Huntington, Central City began as several farms and flourished into a remarkable little city. A wide variety of manufacturers located here, finding it an ideal location offering good transportation facilities, abundant raw materials and low cost fuel. Central City contained many different industries, including several no place in the world could match. Among these were the Bung Factory, the chain factory and the Art Glass Company. Old Central today offers a wealth of historic homes, some dating back to the 1890's. An antique district to rival any in the state is also found in this area as well as Central City Market. As you watch the modern automobiles whiz up and down the streets of old Central City, it is difficult to believe that at one time citizens were forbidden to travel at a speed limit of not more than eight miles an hour.
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