Incorporated in 1901 by Circuit Court. Named for Rev. Asa Harman, donor of the site of the town, formerly known as Harman Town. Located in narrow valley between the Allegheny and Rich Mountains.
The town lies at the intersection of Route 33, coming from Elkins, and Route 32 going to Canaan Valley and Davis. The Dry Fork River is the boundary line on the west side.
Population, 126; elevation, 2,400 feet, volunteer fire department; elections held every two years on the second Tuesday in June; officials take office July first.