Trans-Allegeny Lunatic Asylum renamed

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Trans-Allegeny Lunatic Asylum renamed

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November 12, 1863:

The West Virginia Legislature changed the name of the Trans-Allegeny Lunatic Asylum at Weston, Lewis County, to the West Virginia Hospital for the Insane.  Today, the historic site is popular for its ghost tours.

Location: Weston, W.Va.
County: Lewis County




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