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It Still Lives Bonus Episode: Foxfire Story

It Still Lives Bonus Episode: Foxfire Story

April 21, 2020

As we approach the long-awaited release of Foxfire’s newest book, Foxfire Story, we decided to bring you a small sample of the folktales you’ll encounter in this volume. Foxfire Story is...
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Woodstove Cooking Class: Catch the Red Eye!

Woodstove Cooking Class: Catch the Red Eye!

April 14, 2020

 This week we’re pulling recipes from The Foxfire Book of Appalachian Cookery that use up some of that leftover ham from Easter! Red-eye gravy is a Southern staple–this thin, sauce-like...
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Learning in a Time of Quarantine

Learning in a Time of Quarantine

April 13, 2020

School may be out, but learning never stops! Looking for more activities for your kids? Try out these heritage-focused activities! For more learning opportunities, check out our education page, our...
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Woodstove Cooking Class: Mayo Magic

Woodstove Cooking Class: Mayo Magic

April 9, 2020

During this time of quarantine, we are bringing you simple bake-along recipes from The Foxfire Book of Appalachian Cookery that can be cooked on a woodstove, like we do here at the center, or on...
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How to Do Oral History

How to Do Oral History

April 8, 2020

Many of you have asked about what oral history is and how to do it. Here is a quick video on the basics of conducting an oral history. These are great projects for kids, and can be done over the...
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COVID-19 Oral History Project *REPOST*

COVID-19 Oral History Project *REPOST*

November 3, 2020

Foxfire COVID-19 Oral History Project *This is a repost from March. Please note, we are still actively seeking oral histories and images related to your experiences during COVID-19! As public...
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It Still Lives: Season 2, Episode 4

It Still Lives: Season 2, Episode 4

April 7, 2020

It’s finally spring on the mountain, which means wild plant foods and medicines are popping up all over the mountain! Join us as we learn about some of these important wild sources of food...
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