Formed in 1843 from Harrison, Lewis, and Randolph counties. Named for Philip Pendleton Barbour, famous judge, President of Virginia’s Constitutional Convention, and later Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. County Quick FactsYear Founded: 1843 County Seat: Philippi 2005 Population: 15,689 County Courthouse8 North Main Street Philippi, WV 26416 Phone:(304) 457-3952 Fax:(304) 457-5472 |