The Roots of Appalachian Music

The Roots of Appalachian Music

There's a certain sound that belongs to these mountains. In Appalachia, music has always been more than just sound, it’s how we remember who we are and where we came from. Before radios, records or screens, there was singing on the front porch, flat footing on worn wood floors, picking instruments after supper and hymns echoing out the doors of little country churches tucked deep in the hills. Appalachian music is one of the richest cultural tra…

15 Harsh Truths About Growing Up Poor in Appalachian America - History Collection

Growing up poor in Appalachian America means facing a unique blend of challenges shaped by generations of economic hardship, isolation, and cultural pride. The region’s legacy of coal mining and lost industry has left many families struggling to make ends meet, while strong community bonds and resilience offer a sense of hope amid adversity. Children ...