By Iziah Cole from MIARs Introduction When most people hear bluegrass, they picture banjos, fiddles, and front porch jam sessions. But Bluegrass is much more than a style of music; it reflects Appalachian history, culture, and community. Even though the bluegrass genre became nationally recognized in the 1940s, its roots…
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Appalachia
Folk Medicine in Appalachia
Appalachian folk medicine has long been a vital part of mountaineers’ cultural practices. Appalachians traditionally relied on what the hills could provide them for treating medical ailments, and there is a rich history of folk medicines in the region. Different plants or combinations were used as extracts, teas, poultices, or…