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Myths, Superstitions, & Folklore in Appalachian Culture. An 1894 illustration of an attempt to burn the Bell Witch, via Keith Dotson Photography. Owing to the tradition of European fairy tales and Cherokee folklore, Appalachian culture is centered largely around its legends and superstitions.
The real, often hardscrabble and desperate lives of the people of the region, and their contributions to American society and history are often buried beneath these myths. Here for consideration are some facets of America’s Appalachian culture, both mythical and factual. Al Capp’s Daisy Mae was the prototype for the voluptuous mountain girl.
Appalachia, a region spanning 13 states and covering 205,000 square miles, is a melting pot of cultures, histories, and traditions. With a diverse population of 25 million people, it boasts a rich cultural heritage that dates back to the 1700s, when European immigrants began settling in America.
Religion has been one of the strongest cultural forces in the lives of Appalachians. Diverse and pervasive, it influences much of what is considered Appalachian both inside and outside of the region. Cultural traits highly valued by many Appalachians are intimately tied to religious beliefs shaped ...
This post explores the essence of Appalachian culture—its roots, its manifestations today, and why it remains a vital part of America’s cultural mosaic. Delving into music, storytelling, and crafts traditions, we’ll uncover how Appalachians have preserved their heritage while adapting to modern times.
The people of Appalachia are as varied as they come. This section contains resources about religion, culture, music, legends and folklore, political theory, and racial relations. Appalachia holds family and kinship as a major pillar of social and community life.
Our values are American values: individualism, private property, and limited government. Or is it familism, patriotism and religion? There are two lists of Appalachian values.
Participants will leave this session with a better understanding of how to unify a diverse and ever changing population through re-envisioned Appalachian cultural values with implications for practice, training, and education.
Appalachian culture refers to the unique social, historical, and artistic practices of the people living in the Appalachian region of the United States. This culture is characterized by a rich oral tradition, distinct music and art forms, and a strong sense of community and identity that has been shaped by the region's geography, economy, and ...
The birthplace of bluegrass music, flat foot mountain dancing, hand-woven mountain coverlets, white oak basket weaving, and other unique forms of folk art and music, Appalachia forms an essential spoke of American history and culture. Unfortunately, this vibrant history is often preserved on vulnerable media.