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Appalachia Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes
Appalachia Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes Image by Allison Williams Fall is upon us. As the leaves begin to change from green to red, orange and yellow, farms around Appalachia are preparing for opening day of pumpkin season. Granddaddy’s Farm...
Fun with Fungi: An Interview with Mushroom Master Ken Zinkand
From superpowers like breaking down nuclear waste to fighting cancer, mushrooms have the capability to revolutionize the earth, all by themselves. Mushroom master Ken Zinkand tells us all about the marvels of mushrooms and how you can easily grow your own mushrooms at home, even in urban areas.
The Loyal Jones Appalachian Center: Preserving Our Heritage and Culture
Preserving Our Heritage and Culture The mission of the Loyal Jones Appalachian Center of Berea College in Kentucky is to serve Appalachia through education, develop service-oriented leaders, preserve and highlight the culture of the region, and “assist...
5 Appalachian Destinations for Next-Level Leaf Peeping
It won’t be long now before the days become cooler and the mountains of Appalachia will be swept with fiery reds, oranges, and yellows. Whether you prefer to take in the foliage by car, by train, or on foot, there is no shortage of opportunities for “leaf peeping”. Here are five of the best destinations in Appalachia for stunning autumn views.
West Virginia Artisan Makes Unique Pieces of Jewelry Out of River Glass
If you've ever enjoyed a day at a swimming hole in Appalachia, then chances are you've found a piece or two of river glass. Most of us admire the color and smooth feel then return it to the water, but artist Julie Anne Rogers finds river glass and sees a...
History Comes Alive at West Virginia’s Rich Mountain Battlefield
On July 11, 1861, General George B. McClellan won a major battle in the ongoing struggle for western Virginia. The battle took place on Rich Mountain battlefield. Three hundred and forty-six men, 46 union and 300 confederates, lost their lives that day in...
Mountain Heritage Arts and Crafts Festival
West Virginia Celebrates Appalachian Culture at the 43rd Mountain Heritage Arts and Crafts Festival Looking for a great way to celebrate West Virginias rich Appalachian Mountain culture? The 43rd Mountain Heritage Arts and Crafts Festival on September...
Fill Up on Good Food and Mountain Heritage at the Buckwheat Festival
Fill Up on Good Food and Mountain Heritage at the 77th Annual Preston County Buckwheat Festival Fall is here, the leaves are changing, and the 77th Annual Preston County Buckwheat Festival arrives September 27-September 30, 2018. An annual tradition...
Point Pleasant’s Mothman Festival
Looking For A Strange Adventure? Look No Further Than Point Pleasant's Mothman Festival In the fall of 1966, strange things began to take place in the West Virginia town of Point Pleasant. Residents reported seeing dark red lights in the sky and shortly...
Townsend Heritage Festival in Tennessee
Townsend Heritage Festival Offers a Weekend of Fall Activities for All! Image Source: Pixabay Fall is right around the corner, as the leaves prepare to change colors and the air begins to become crisper. September 28-29 the Townsend Heritage Festival will...
