Appalachian History

“Our time has come; we will have our rights”

When Gertrude McKee took her seat in the NC Senate on January 7, 1931, she became the first woman in NC history to serve in that chamber.

Frances Benjamin Johnston transcended notions about women’s place to become a pioneer in American photography and photojournalism.

The raids of passing soldiers was the excuse for the organization, by both sides, of bands who claimed they were Home Guards.

Minnie Buckingham Harper (R-McDowell) was appointed to succeed her late husband in the West Virginia House of Delegates.

There are 2 places in Appalachia where you can hear an authentic peal of the churchbells: Univ of the South & St James’ Episcopal Church.