Appalachian Legend and Lore: Swift’s Silver Mine
Appalachian legend and lore is plentiful, passed down about people, places, and mysterious things. One of the most publicized is the lost silver mine.
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Author: J. Shockley
Veterans Day: Honoring American Soldiers Since 1919
How Veteran’s Day evolved to honor America’s veterans who have, and continue to fight and maintain the freedoms we enjoy.
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The Old Farmer’s Almanac and Why it’s Still Used Today
The Old Farmer’s Almanac, More Reliable than the Weatherman Have you ever wondered how people...
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Mountain Heritage Arts and Crafts Festival
West Virginia Celebrates Appalachian Culture at the 43rd Mountain Heritage Arts and Crafts...
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Moonshiners of the Appalachian Mountains
Strong drink has been a traditional way to unwind and celebrate over the centuries. Several lifetimes ago, Irish and Scottish immigrants brought their culture and home-brewed alcohol to the Appalachian Mountains. The most popular drink was an Irish/Scots recipe called “uisce beatha.” The Gaelic phrase means, “the water of life,” and for many, it was.
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