African-American history Archives < Appalachian Voices

Ancestors: Honoring the Past Through Work in Black Cemeteries

By Contributing Writers | August 7, 2019 |

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Writer Terran Sparkle Young describes her experience as a Black American learning about her family’s history and a local overgrown cemetery.

The Appalachian African American Cultural Center

By Kevin Ridder | June 7, 2019 |

Two people sit on couch in front of wall of photos and documents

One couple’s mission to preserve community history in Southwest Virginia.

Camp Nelson Honored as a National Monument

By AV's Intern Team | February 12, 2019 |

The president ordered the creation of the Camp Nelson National Monument in October 2018 to honor black troops who fought in the Civil War.