Images of Contentment
Contentment and its collection
Source
Contentment, also referred to as the Colonel George Imboden House, is a historic home situated in Ansted, Fayette County, West Virginia. This house carries a significant historical value as it was built around 1830 and later expanded by former Confederate Colonel George W. Imboden in 1872. The house's original structure consisted of five rooms and a detached kitchen, which was later expanded by Colonel Imboden by adding two more rooms, extending the porch, and adding a gable end chimney.
Contentment Historical Complex as a Museum
The Contentment Historical Complex, which includes the Colonel George Imboden House, serves as the museum and headquarters for the Fayette County Historical Society. This complex was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974, further emphasizing its historical significance and value. Visitors to the museum can gain insights into the history of Fayette County and the role of Colonel Imboden in its development.
ENContentment Museum
EN Colonel George Imboden House
History & Anthropology Historic house Person & Artist