Don Parker, WWII Veteran
Rev. Donald G. Parker’s journey from college student to decorated World War II veteran is a story of courage, faith, and resilience. Drafted while attending the University of Pittsburgh, Parker was sent to Camp Gruber in Oklahoma for training before being assigned to the 42nd Infantry Division. In this moving interview, Rev. Parker recalls pivotal […]
Captain James Campbell–Grave Dedication
In 1770, Captain James Campbell and his family moved into the New River Valley, settling in the Muddy Creek area of the Greenbrier River. In 1774, hostilities between New Settlers and Native Americans, also known as Lord Dunmore’s War. Campbell caught himself in this fight and joined Captain James Roberston Company under the Fincastle County […]
Historic Buildings of Appalachia, Virginia
Tabitha Hibbitts Grieger with Appalachia Rising Ventures talks with us in the Historic Peake Building in Appalachia, VA, on their restoration journey on the town’s historic buildings.
1774 Colonial Experience
Have you ever asked what shaped America to where it is today?
Harry Meador Jr. Coal Museum
The Harry Meador Jr. Coal Museum in Big Stone Gap, VA comprises of mining equipment, photos, and artifacts all from local mines dating back to the early 20th century.
Dante Coal & Railroad Museum
Nestled in the mountains of southwest Virginia is a little community called Dante. In the early 20th century, Dante was a booming coal mine community like many other towns in the surrounding region. In 2003, the Dante Coal & Railroad Museum was opened by many who wanted to preserve Dante’s coal heritage. The museum holds […]
National Confederate Museum
The National Confederate Museum and Sons of Confederate Veteran’s Headquarters in Columbia, TN.
American Heritage Festival
The Fourth Annual American Heritage Festival at Rocky Mount State Park in Piney Flats, TN
The Chester Inn State Historic Site
In 1797, Dr. William Chester from Lancaster, Pennsylvania built the Chester Inn. It’s the oldest wooden building in the historic district of Jonesborough, Tennessee.
Southwest Virginia Museum
The Southwest Virginia Museum was entrusted to the Commonwealth of Virginia in 1946 by C. Bascom Slemp, a member of the U.S Congress and private secretary to President Calvin Coolidge.