Apollo Theater

Historical marker location:

128 East Martin Street, Martinsburg, West Virginia

( Marker is on East Martin Street just west of North Spring Street, on the left when traveling west.)

128 East Martin Street. Built 1912.

West Virginia is the leading producer of coal in the United States. The state's coal mining industry has a long history, dating back to the early 1800s, and has played a significant role in the state's economy. However, the industry has faced challenges in recent years due to environmental concerns and competition from other energy sources.