​News and Upcoming Events

Ongoing: Robert C. Byrd Traveling Exhibit
Current and Upcoming Venues >>

Humanities and the Environment Conference
October 26-27, 2017
National Conservation Training Center, Info >>

"Rebel in the Red Jeep" Book Talk & Signing
Wednesday, November 1 @ 6:00 pm
Byrd Center Auditorium, RSVP >>

Talk and Q&A with WV Sec of State Warner
Wednesday, November 8 @ 3pm & 7pm
Multiple Locations, More Info >>


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Our Mission

The Byrd Center advances representative democracy by promoting a better understanding of the United States Congress and the Constitution through programs and research that engage citizens.

Conducting Research 

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