FILM
IMPORTANT: We are in urgent need of funding to keep this project alive and ensure its future. If you’re enjoying the site, please consider contributing to our pre-launch campaign today. It is only with your help that I can continue this work. MORE INFO / DONATE
Thanks so much for your support! – Jes
The Indelible Appalachians
share:
Some of the links shared in this post may be affiliate links. If you click on the link & make a purchase, I will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more
- updated:
- status: to be worked
- culture, history, populations, race/ethnicity, regional
director:
Frederick Murphy
producer:
History Before Us
length:
90 min.
year:
description:
A powerful and poignant documentary that illuminates the rich and often overlooked experiences of Black Appalachians. This film takes viewers on an evocative journey through the mountains and valleys of Appalachia, capturing the stories of individuals dedicated to preserving their history, embracing their present, and shaping their future. This documentary delves into the complex interplay of race, identity, and geography, while celebrating the impact of Black Appalachians on the region’s cultural landscape. It challenges prevailing narratives and invites audiences to recognize and honor the vital role these communities play in the ongoing story of Appalachia. The Indelible Appalachians is not just a film; it is a tribute to the enduring spirit and unyielding determination of a people who, despite being overlooked, continue to leave an impressionable mark on the heart of Appalachia.
notes:
OPENS 12.4.24!
places:
peoples:
Other Resources
- Free Negro Owners of Slaves in 1830
- The Untold History of the Tuscaroras Who Remained in North Carolina
- Tracing Your Ancestors from 1066 to 1837: A Guide for Family Historians
- Me and White Supremacy: Combat Racism, Change the World, and Become a Good Ancestor
- 1820 U.S. Census – Floyd County, Kentucky
- 1850 U.S. Census – Subdivision 33, Hancock County, Tennessee