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A repository of written words, images, and sounds that document life in southern Appalachia.

The Archives of Appalachia is a unit of the Center for Appalachian Studies & Services at East Tennessee State University.

11/05/2026

National Native American Heritage Month

November is Native American Heritage Month. This month was established to honor and recognize Native American as the first people of this nation and to celebrate both their cultural heritage and integral importance to our past, our present, and our future.

National Native American Heritage Month is observed every November in the United States to honor the history, culture, and contributions of American Indians and Alaska Natives. Established formally in 1990 by President George H.W. Bush, the month coincides with traditional harvest and gathering seasons.

All the books on display are newly added to our Special Collections! Stop by and check this out!

11/04/2026

It was so much fun last week to have one of Kalia Yeagle's classes return to the Archives to perform some of the Appalachian ballads they had found in our collections. This one, which they used to warm up with, is from our Mary Elizabeth Barnicle and Tillman Cadle Recordings.

11/02/2026

Today is the start of Native American Heritage Month! Join us in honoring the Indigenous cultures and communities of the United States, and the amazing ways their influence continues to thrive and impact our larger community.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween! Check out this cool cat from ETSU's Halloween Masquerade Ball in 1965. 🐈‍⬛ 🎃

Image from the University Photograph Collection, 1911-1999. Learn more about the collection here: https://archives.etsu.edu/repositories/2/resources/487

10/29/2026

Come trick-or-treat at the Archives of Appalachia tomorrow!

10/29/2026

It's National Cat Day

Today, we’re taking a look back at a charming tabby from the Archives of Appalachia. These photographs capture a little glimpse of everyday life with a cat—and some things never change when it comes to feline personality!

What’s your cat’s favorite way to get into mischief? Share with us below

More about Jeanne M. Rasmussen Papers, 1947-2009 Collection:

https://archivesofappalachia.omeka.net/collections/show/228

10/26/2026

Featured Album of the Week: Homegas

Homegas is the name of a much-celebrated 1970 album conceived by Peter (Aceves) Narvaez and produced by legendary musician/producer John Fahey on his Takoma label. The band’s nucleus was Narvaez, Neil Rosenberg, and Richard Blaustein, who were all doctoral candidates at Indiana Unversity’s Folklore Institute. Navarez was fond of the blues, Rosenberg of bluegrass, and Richard was the old-time music specialist — they thought of their music as a combination of these influences and called it “acoustic rock.” Having changed their name from the “Friends of Greasy Greens” to “Stoney Lonesome” and finally “Homegas,” the group recorded and re-recorded the music on this album several times before Fahey was satisfied. The band was short-lived, and Navarez and Rosenberg moved to Newfoundland to pursue their academic careers, and Richard moved south to east Tennessee.

Listen to Maine, Any More and Grasshopper here:

https://archivesofappalachia.omeka.net/exhibits/show/blaustein/homegas

More about Tune In On My Memories: The Work and Play of Richard Blausteinn:

https://archivesofappalachia.omeka.net/exhibits/show/blaustein

10/23/2026

Celebrating American Archives Month

This October, we’re celebrating American Archives Month by highlighting the stories, people, music, and memories preserved in our archives. From historic photographs and handwritten letters to books, recordings, films, and local history collections, these pieces connect us to the past and help us understand the communities and culture that shaped our region.

Archives are more than old documents—they are stories waiting to be discovered. Come stop by, explore the display, and discover a piece of history for yourself!

10/20/2026

A look at Tank Landing Ship (LST-17) and its crew during World War II. These photographs show the ship’s officers and sailors, preserving a moment from their time of service.

https://archivesofappalachia.omeka.net/items/show/19656

https://archivesofappalachia.omeka.net/items/show/19657

More about Clifford A. Maxwell Photographs, 1940-1986:

https://archivesofappalachia.omeka.net/collections/show/80

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344 J L Seehorn Road
Johnson City, TN
37614

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm

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+14234394338

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