Everything Bluefield is known for
6 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
Get ready to descend into a piece of coal mining history! This is the Pocahontas Exhibition Coal Mine, also known as Mine Number One or the 'Baby Mine'. In 1882, this mine became the first to tap into the rich…
Look at that building! You're approaching the Mercer County Courthouse, and it’s a real showstopper for architecture buffs. Built between 1930 and 1931, this isn't just any old courthouse. It was designed by Alex B.…
Imagine a life where your home was both a haven and a target, a place where two cultures collided. That's the story of the Capt. James Moore Homestead. In 1772, Captain James Moore, a militia leader, chose this spot in…
Ever wonder how a whole town can spring up around a single idea? You're driving right into the heart of one of those stories, where the dream of coal power literally laid tracks for a community. This isn't just any old…
Pull over for a moment! This unassuming building ahead was once the heart of an entire community, a testament to the boom and bust of West Virginia coal. This is the Algoma Coal and Coke Company Store. It wasn’t just a…
This unassuming brick building was once Tazewell's gateway to the world. Built in 1928 by the Norfolk and Western Railway, the Tazewell Depot bustled with passengers eager to travel and connect. The depot wasn't just…