Hannah Fuller – Augusta

Winter Mumming Traditions: Belsnickels

Everyone knows about Santa, but have you heard of belsnickels? The winter solstice has long been a time for festivities […]

6 Comments / Literature and Media / October 22, 2021 / #FolkCulture

During a trip to Berea, Kentucky, I visited with George Brosi, owner of Appalachian Mountain Books. In 1979, George and

During my time in Elkins as an AmeriCorps, I’ve been motivated to explore different parts of WV and more of

Dandelions: nuisance or nourishment? For many, the sight of bright yellow dandelions is infuriating. Persistent and pesky, dandelions are extremely

2 Comments / Folk Culture / May 13, 2021 / #ramps, #Spring

This winter in Elkins was bitter. With COVID isolation and many, many snowy days, the arrival of spring was rejuvenating.

1 Comment / Folk Culture / May 7, 2021 / #dobro

Appalachian culture is often thought of as confined and only pertinent to its region. However, when you look critically at

Moonshine has long been a symbol of rebel, anti-establishment freedom, making it one of the most intoxicating facets of Appalachian

Wheeling, West Virginia is home to one of the oldest and most successful country music radio shows in history. Although

Every morning, I reach for a blue ceramic bowl to make my morning oatmeal without much thought. Writing for this

26 Comments / Folk Culture / February 10, 2021 / blood, canning, Folklore

Recently, I learned about a fascinating canning custom. Many Appalachians believe that women should not (and were not permitted to)