The Archives of Appalachia is a keeper of memories—the written words, images and sounds that document life in Appalachia.  Our collections span from the 1700s to the present and offer insights into the past from the perspectives of people from all walks of life. 

The Archives of Appalachia also shares these collected memories with anyone interested in Appalachia and people’s lives in it.  We invite you to explore our site and learn more about our collections and services.