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==Notes==
==Notes==
Cost to build: $18,871.


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Revision as of 23:38, 23 February 2024

West Virginia State Building
LocationPlateau of States
Construction
Construction Cost$18,871 ($569,135 in 2021)
Architecture
ArchitectGiesly & Harris, of Wheeling
Dimensions92' x 108'


West Virginia's entry was on the Plateau of States.

Description

The Building was a grand colonial style with classical domes on the corners and a large central dome on the roof, which formed an observatory. Porches 16 feet wide were constructed on the front and sides, while ten-foot porches highlighted the building's rear.

Inside, was a large reception hall with an ornamental metal ceiling, covering almost 1/3 of the building. Ladies' toilet rooms were to the left on entering, and commissioners' rooms were to the right, while smoking and information rooms are in the rear.

On the second floor were exhibition rooms and the large banquet hall, with a 70' long table.

After the Fair

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Notes

Cost to build: $18,871.

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