10/13/2026
“Montani Semper Liberi” — Mountaineers Are Always Free!
Those words aren't just a motto; they're a part of West Virginia's identity. Featured on our Great Seal, they reflect the spirit of independence that helped define our state's founding in 1863.
West Virginia has a remarkable story; forged in the midst of the American Civil War.
What does "Mountaineers Are Always Free" mean to you?