As Appalachia was settled primarily by the Scots and Irish, it is easy to think that they brought… Read More
The Legendary PB Scott’s
Before VCRs, the internet or even cable TV, people actually listened to the radio for music and went… Read More
The Cyclone in the Mountains by Jennifer Kinsler
Many tragedies have occurred in the Appalachian Mountains throughout time. During times of war, men lost their lives… Read More
The warmth and history of the Appalachian quilt
In frontier times, quilts were a vital part of any household. A single bed might have multiple quilts… Read More
Sears & Roebuck Houses by Jennifer Kinsler
In the late 1800’s, more than half of Americans were living in small towns. In rural Appalachia, many… Read More
Over Home by Jennifer Kinsler
My little hometown, Sneedville, lies near the Tennessee – Virginia border. Hancock County is named for John Hancock,… Read More
Livesay Mill by Jennifer Kinsler
In early Pioneer days, a working water-powered grist mill could be found every few miles in a community…. Read More
Do you remember these trees?
New Appalachian Moments Blog Post by Scott Ballard Time to branch out and learn more about the rise… Read More
Let’s Go Courting by Jennifer Kinsler
Going courting involved getting to see or spend some time with your significant other. In the mountains, early… Read More
Modern day Robin Hood or Jesse James? You decide!
Born in 1894, the midwife who delivered young Otto Wood placed splints on his legs to keep them… Read More