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Drunk on History: A Foray into Moonshine’s Past and Present

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

2 Comments / Folk Culture / March 12, 2021 / #Crafts, #Weaving

As a young child, I remember driving to and from basket classes and art shows with my Aunt Lara. This

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

From a young age, I can remember the women in my family, from my great-grandmother to my mom and aunt,

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

2 Comments / D&E, Folk Culture / February 19, 2021 / heritage, squaredancing

Growing up in West Virginia, I was first exposed to Appalachian culture when I was about thirteen years old. Some

Imagine coming to an entirely new country to go to university, a place where you do not know anyone except

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)

I first discovered the Allegheny Trail through one of my friends. I was telling him about my goal of thru-hiking

If there’s one thing my family is known for, it’s cookies. At weddings, we have cookie tables. Holiday parties always