Appalacian Arts

On our way back to SD. Saw a sign along the highway that said the center of Appalachian Arts and Crafts and decided to stop. The town of Berea, KY, was our inspiration for the day. It was not because of the incredible art and crafts but because of the history of the community. Also we may have crashed the homecoming party of Berea College in the park which included jumping castles for kids and free kettle corn!  It was especially relevant after having visited Harpers Ferry last month and realizing the far reaching implication of John Brown's raid on communities across the nation as many community member were expelled from the community for their abolitionist beliefs.  They returned and founded Berea College which was the only interracial and coeducation college in the south for 40 years.

Communities can and have made a difference by standing up against the cultural norms.