This year marks the 95th anniversary of the 1927 Bristol Sessions. In honor of that occasion, we are excited that Ralph Peer II, the son of Ralph S. Peer, the Victor producer at those historic recordings, will be with us via Zoom to talk about his father's career, the legacy and impact of the 1927 Bristol Sessions, and the music industry.
Join us on Tuesday, August 9, 7:00 p.m. for our next Speaker Series (Hybrid) featuring Dr. Malcolm Smith talking about renowned Appalachian fiddler Albert Hash.
Join us on Tuesday, October 4 at 7:00pm for an evening of spooky stories with Donnamarie Emmert, the famous Haint Mistress of Abingdon. Donnamarie will share local and regional tales of goosebump-raising ghosts and witches, horrifying historical happenings, and more with our audience – the perfect way to get ready for Halloween later in the month!
Join us on Tuesday, November 8 at 7:00pm for our November Speaker Series with Jason Ahner, archivist and museum manager for Martin Guitars!
Join us on Tuesday, December 13 at 7:00pm for an evening with Don Royston a.k.a. Santa Claus from the Appalachian Santa Train!
Join author Kristina Gaddy for a discussion of her new book Well of Souls: Uncovering the Banjo's Hidden History.
Join us on Tuesday, April 11, 7:00pm for our next Speaker Sessions with the cast and collaborators of Barter Theatre's upcoming production of Keep on the Sunny Side: The Songs and Story of the Original Carter Family.
Join us for our next Speaker Sessions with author Taylor Hagood as he shares the story of the life and murder of country music legend Stringbean.
Join us on Tuesday, June 13, 7:00 p.m. for our next Speaker Sessions with journalist and author Holly Gleason as explores the stories and impact of country music's women.
Join us on Tuesday, July 11, 7:00 p.m. for our next Speaker Sessions with Dr. Angela Keaton of Tusculum University as we explore Appalachian stereotypes.