West Virginia’s capital moved back and forth from Wheeling to Charleston several times before Charleston became the permanent capital city in 1885. ... of the state’s fifth Capitol building, ...

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Some long-awaited art and eloquence has been added to the state Capitol rotunda. Four historical murals were dedicated Thursday for the state’s 161st birthday celebration.

Description. West Virginia’s capital moved back and forth from Wheeling to Charleston several times before Charleston became the permanent capital city in 1885.