Grafton WV Archives - Appalachian History

The WV family that brought us Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day pennant in the house where Anna Jarvis was born on May 1, 1864. She was one of eleven children.

A 1948 Grafton, WV newspaper article discusses the two local women responsible for the creation of Mother’s Day.

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

The dam’s benefits may be now be seen as immeasurable in preventing loss of lives & property, but there were negatives associated with it.

Historical Christmas photos from Tennessee, Kentucky, West Virginia, and Ohio. Let it snow, let it snow! May these images bring you cheer.