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National Register of Historic Places

Wright-Hunter Cemetery

Also known as Hunter Cemetery; Chilson Colored Cemetery,; Sylvia Cemetery

On the National Register since 20242 years
Listed 2024Beckley
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About Wright-Hunter Cemetery

Wright-Hunter Cemetery, at The intersection of Antonio A venue and Lemp Lane, was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Apr 2, 2024. The Register lists it for its ethnic heritage-black and social history, at the local level. The listing covers 2.2 acres.

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The intersection of Antonio A venue and Lemp Lane, Beckley

No other Register listing is within a short walk. The nearest are under Around it.

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3 more Register listings within 2 miles

★ National Historic Landmark · D district · B building · S site. Each opens its own page.

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Is Wright-Hunter Cemetery on the National Register of Historic Places?

Yes. It was added on Apr 2, 2024 (Register number 100010187).

Is Wright-Hunter Cemetery a National Historic Landmark?

No. It is on the National Register; West Virginia has 18 National Historic Landmarks.

Can you visit Wright-Hunter Cemetery?

Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.

Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026). Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.