Mandolins are one of the iconic instruments associated with the creation of bluegrass music in the 1930s and 1940s. Their prevalence in the United States began in the early twentieth century, but its popularity didn't fully…
Brief History of Moonshine in Appalachia
The moonshine industry has been a major factor in shaping the culture of many regions in southern Appalachia. The practice of making one’s own alcohol…
In today’s world, there tends to be a large amount of judgement towards quilting. Supposedly, it is just too boring to ever…
I have studied the migratory movements of those in Appalachia to the Midwest, informally known as the…
One of the biggest stereotypes of Appalachia is a hillbilly without teeth. However, poor dental…
“How do the college basketball programs located in Appalachia represent different stereotypes in Appalachia and the…
