Their practices were simple, inventive, and always grounded in the natural world. Meantime, on july 3, 1901, in blacksburg, word was received that a horseless buggy, the first to be seen in the town, was approaching from christiansburg. Stories, quotes and anecdotes from appalachia, with an emphasis on the 1880s 1950s. Sep 05, 2012 asbury visited in his home several times. A history of american face jugs proctoring information. From mysterious creatures to ancient ruins of unknown origins, the appalachian region is steeped in a rich brew of history and myth. A mystery of history posted by selinanadeaublog on january 19, 2018 some parts of appalachian ohio hold some fascinating chapters of american history, but local potter maddy fraioli is bringing a story that stretches south beyond the. No one is 100% certain of how it originated, but two stories in particular seem to capture some of the mystique surrounding these oddly humorous creations. We produce documentary films on a variety of subjects regarding appalachian history and culture. Understanding appalachian stereotypes in lee smiths oral. Appalachia early population 1 civil war era and industrialization 2 postwar to the present 3 bibliography 4 the appalachian mountains 5 range southwestward from quebec 6 and newfoundland in canada 7 to alabama 8 in the southeastern united states 9. A mystery of history posted by selinanadeaublog on january 19, 2018 some parts of appalachian ohio hold some fascinating chapters of american history, but local potter maddy fraioli is bringing a story that stretches south beyond the masondixon right back to shawnee, ohio. Celebrating the history of appalachia two new books shed light on the often misunderstood heritage of an impoverished region rich in culture. Appalachian history spanning roughly 1880s to 1950s.
Journal of appalachian studies a definitive, fascinating, extremely well written, comprehensive history of our region. Along the way, he explores appalachias longcontested boundaries and the numerous, often c. There are no mint juleps or pampered folks wilting on their porches. I took to the dry goods line appalachian history when i started i didnt have very much. I first read about the edgefield face jugs i was taking an african art history class at. Granny magic healed sickness, birthed babies, removed curses, and predicted the weather. Meaders face jug loyal jones appalachian center berea college.
May 25, 2018 the mooneyedpeople story has persisted for thousands of years among different cultures from ohio to appalachia. May 07, 2006 celebrating the history of appalachia two new books shed light on the often misunderstood heritage of an impoverished region rich in culture. Since then, great books about appalachian history and culture have filled library shelves with descriptions of the suffering poor, the arrogant rich, and the extraordinary cruelty of mining society in the early 20th century. For this post, i want to look at the population history of appalachia. New listing otis norris primitive southern folk art pottery jugsnake frog ladybugsc. Appalachian memory keepers is a nonprofit organization committed to collecting and sharing the heritage and culture of appalachia. Fraiolis face jugs, as well as other pieces, including bowls and mugs can be purchased at the. During the civil war, the local potteries and slaved labor mass produced clay wears like pitchers and plates for the confederate army. Beautiful antique alkaline glaze folk pottery stoneware.
Face jugs originated within african slave communities in the south. Rare older bobby ferguson devil appalachian face jug ebay old crocks. There are several theories as to what function they serve. Southern folk art pottery devil face jug michel bayne north carolina vessel nc. Not surprisingly, you also find people fighting back all throughout this history from the cabin. Nov 12, 2019 appalachian history spanning roughly 1880s to 1950s. People attribute the trails existence to a series of farsighted conservationists, the original which was benton mackaye. There are conflicting accounts, multiple stories, and varying theories about the 1st face jugs in the us. Understanding appalachian stereotypes in lee smiths oral history.
Nov 07, 2016 appalachian history spanning roughly 1880s to 1950s. A history, one of the fields most accomplished historians takes on a monumental task and does so with sincerity, wit, and a keen sense of place. From jug to jug, shelf to shelf, wall to wall, her office overflows with face jugs, grouped according to the potters who made them, including steven abee, don craig, kim ellington, charlie lisk, and joe reinhardt. The appalachian mountains range southwestward from quebec and newfoundland in canada to alabama in the southeastern united states. Our contributor suspects african americans made this face jug during the civil war era and wonders if it came to philadelphia on the underground railroad. Snake jug glass ceramic, ceramic clay, pottery studio, pottery art, face jugs. Art of the american south this site features a series of online exhibitions about various historical southern art topics. Bastard out of carolina by dorothy allison, what you are getting wrong about appalachia by elizabeth catte, a walk. She knows the history behind every piece of pottery. A brief population history of central appalachia in a state. In the 1920s, mackaye envisioned a line of farms and wilderness camps along the crest of the appalachian mountains that would be loosely.
Appalachian history site that includes some stories of sc history. Each project was researched, written, and curated by a student in dr. These tales could be a historical record of a lost civilization called the mooneyed people. While an older book, this is a must have if you are at all interested in catawba valley pottery. The battle for the old mountain jug was an american college football rivalry game played between the mountaineers of appalachian state university and the catamounts of western carolina university. She suspects african americans made this face jug during the civil war era and wonders if it came to philadelphia on the underground. Faces of appalachian diversity and inclusion at appalachian. Genealogical research in the appalachian collection. The face jug became known as ugly jugs in the 1920s and was often used to store alcohol. I dont consider myself a face jug maker, and there is no great demand for my face jugs, but i do enjoy making them from time to time. The rivalry went dormant when appalachian state moved to the sun belt conference after the 20 season.
Mar 18, 2011 from jug to jug, shelf to shelf, wall to wall, her office overflows with face jugs, grouped according to the potters who made them, including steven abee, don craig, kim ellington, charlie lisk, and joe reinhardt. The great appalachian novels on this list are gritty. The tradition of pottery with faces dates back to egyptian and mesopotamian times and appears in many other cultures thoughout history. The united states of appalachia and the encyclopedia. Of the many crafts indigenous to the mountains of north georgia and western north carolina, the most interesting is the face jug. The meaders family pottery has made face jugs since it opened in 1893, using locally dug clays, footpowered wheels, and homemade glazes.
The history of face jugs starts all the way back from the fourteenth century. History detectives face jug season 8 episode 8 pbs. Early notable face jug makers included charles decker in east tennessee, john dollings in southeastern ohio, and cheever and lanier meaders in north georgia. Appalachian trail virtual tours virtual tours history. The central and southern highlands of this ancient mountain range, consisting of the blue ridge and smoky mountain. Early european examples date from the th century, and the german stoneware bartmann jug was a popular later medieval and renaissance form. Although its focus is on the appalachian region, the library also collects genealogical resources from areas relevant to the migration patterns of appalachian residents, such as nonappalachian pennsylvania and virginia.
New listing otis norris primitive southern folk art pottery jug snake frog ladybugsc. As those who follow me on twitter know, i spend a lot of my weekends traveling, especially in. The meaders family of potters is probably the most influential family in the history of folk pottery. Later, the british toby jug was a popular form, that became massproduced. Sarah mbiki is an advocate for the role academic and professional student clubs play in the appalachian state university experience. Appalachian memory keepers preserving appalachian history. While it is unclear whether their origin derives from european or african traditions, appalachian potters of both races were making them in quantity by the late 19th century. The history of face jugs the devil with snake of the many crafts indigenous to the mountains of north georgia and western north carolina, the most interesting is the face jug. Inspirationart journal inspirationcreative journalcreative artaltered books altered art.
Some parts of appalachian ohio hold some fascinating chapters of american history, but local potter maddy fraioli is bringing a story that stretches south beyond the masondixon right back to shawnee, ohio. The meaders family of white county ga keeps pottery traditions alive. The face jugs created by lanier meaders are highly sought by. Jul 05, 2017 only 11 out of 48 picture books had appalachian illustrators in contrast with 40 out 8 picture books with appalachian authors. As folk art, face jugs have become a significant feature in the history of africanamerican art.
Eury appalachian collection is considered by many to be western north carolinas most comprehensive genealogical resource. The reasons behind face jug production has changed before and perhaps we are witnessing the continued evolution of face jug meaning. His blog hosts more than 1,300 entries and hundreds of podcasts on topics ranging from mountain music to labor history to personal experiences. African american grave decoration art of the american south. My personal favorite is that the jugs face is meant to scare. The jugs became uglier in an attempt to identify the contents and frighten children. A history of seaboard methodist church, 18801958, the committee on church history, seaboard methodist church, p. This piece is a devil jug, with pointed ears, slanting eyes, and small horns. The lanky, guntoting, grizzlebearded man with a jug of moonshine in one hand and a coon dog at his feet, the archetypal patriarch of the mountains. Granny witchcraft has its roots in ancient scotsirish. This piece is a devil jug, with pointed ears, slanting eyes. In terry zugs book, turners and burners, burlon craig is quoted as saying.
The dialect spoken by appalachian people has been given a variety of names, the majority of. As those who follow me on twitter know, i spend a lot of my weekends traveling, especially in appalachia. Genealogical research in the appalachian collection special. There are numerous mounds, stone structures, and other remnants from an unknown civilization throughout the appalachian mountains and beyond. After all face jugs or any artistic tradition are a reflection of the culture that produces them, a dialogue between the makers and the purchasers about who we are and who we want to be as human beings, as. In the far reaches of appalachia, granny witches were often the sole source of medical care and spiritual guidance. Appalachian state university libraries digital collections consists of rare and historic materials and are made available online through the efforts of the belk library and information commons and the departments of special collections, digital scholarship and initiatives, and resource acquisition and management. Course i would see them go into the store across the street. Along the way, he explores appalachias longcontested boundaries and the numerous, often contradictory images that have shaped perceptions of the region as both the essence of america and a place apart. A ed publication of west virginia archives and history the dialect of the appalachian people. I love to engage with their fascinating history and watch mine change a little from year to year. Although its focus is on the appalachian region, the library also collects genealogical resources from areas relevant to the migration patterns of appalachian residents, such as non appalachian pennsylvania and virginia. See more ideas about books, books to read and my books.
A brief population history of central appalachia in a. These are books with dirty fingernails, gravel roads, injury, illness. Appalachian trail virtual tours tn history for kids. Appalachian picture books loyal jones appalachian center. Rachel stephens art history 374 class at the university of alabama during the spring semester of 2014. There has been a continuum in the interest of face jugs throughout the 20th century primarily centered on two prominent potters, burlon craig and lanier meaders. The senior computer science major credits her experience in the women in computer science club for providing her with support and mentorship opportunities as she completes a challenging major and prepares for work in a field that is traditionally maledominated. Quillan lanier meaders never understood the huge popularity of his face jugs, saying that the people who bought them must be just crazy to start with the news and observer, north carolina, 1993. Mountain history is alive and well, thanks to historians like dave tabler. A collection of memories, histories, and tall tales of appalachia paperback june 9, 2017.
Central to what it means for each of us to be good citizens in a free society, to be a selfaccepting appalachian, creole, or indian, without being less of an american at the same time, is our ability to reflect critically upon the meaning of our culture and history cited in david cratis williams and patricia d. Artsonia art exhibit appalachian face jug click now for more info. Interweaving social, political, environmental, economic, and popular history, john alexander williams chronicles four and a half centuries of the appalachian past. Ask potters or collectors what they think about face jugs and you will likely hear. The senior computer science major credits her experience in the women in computer science club for providing her with support and mentorship opportunities as she completes a challenging major and prepares for work in a field that is. This is concerning because illustrators play a significant role in telling the story and if they do not have a personal history or indepth understanding of appalachia they are more likely to misrepresent it.
Jun 02, 2016 for this post, i want to look at the population history of appalachia. Because the appalachian trail is beloved, there are entire books on its history. Jun 06, 2018 granny magic healed sickness, birthed babies, removed curses, and predicted the weather. Only 11 out of 48 picture books had appalachian illustrators in contrast with 40 out 8 picture books with appalachian authors.
For centuries, african americans have utilized face jugs and is a symbolic item of african american material culture. There are plenty of legends and myths born in the mountains of appalachia. Down through the decades, many appalachian children and adults have spent nights on the front porch, gathered around an elder, listening to stories that have seldom found a place in written forklore. Samuel peete, was a staunch supporter of the anglican church church of england. The united states of appalachia, by jeff biggers, and the encyclopedia of appalachia, coedited by rudy abramson and jean haskell, both try to get. The white county, ga family was featured in allen eatons 1937 book, handicrafts of the southern. Early notable facejug makers included charles decker in east tennessee, john dollings in southeastern ohio, and cheever and lanier meaders in north georgia. One account lists an unknown potter in massachusetts as the creator of. There are examples in the pottery of ancient greece, and that of precolumbian america. Like nearly all things related to appalachia, there is no one clear answer to this question. Appalachian studies west virginia university press. The digitized materials include sound recordings, oral histories.
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