Black in Appalachia

Black in Appalachia explores the roots of African-American influence on the history and culture of Appalachia through documentaries, research, local narratives, public engagement and exhibition. This project aims to raise the visibility and contributions of the Black communities of the mountain South. (official site)

Featured Videos

• 8th of August | Tennessee’s Celebration of Emancipation

  Special | 27m 44s

• The Swift Story | An African-American University

  Special | 27m 33s

• East Tennessee Voices | Knoxville's 8th of August

  Special | 29m 55s

Specials

• Sound & Sole

  Special | 6m 53s

• Knoxville's Red Summer | The Riot of 1919

  Special | 26m 52s

• Tennessee Picnic

  Special | 26m 46s

See all Specials for Black in Appalachia

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