Carnegie Hall hosts exhibits that feature the work of Black West Virginian artists
“What I can’t put into words, I put it on canvas.” ~ Doris Fields
Culture
Stories that capture the heart of Appalachian community life and culture, spotlighting festivals, traditions, and the rich heritage of Black Appalachians. This category includes cultural events, arts, and initiatives that shape Appalachian identity.
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History & Hope
Read BBGs Special Black History & Legislative Edition
Lady D Is West Virginia Thriving
“The whole country thinks West Virginia is those people they see on the news. And I just want there to be an acknowledgment of Black people, who we are, who we were, what we did, especially in the context of music.”
Kevin & Kayln
BBG Love Stories
‘Almost Heaven ’Til We Get There’
Black Miners and Blair Mountain
Mountain Mama Hoodoo Medicine
Lessons from when John the Conqueror visited the salt plantation in West Virginia reminding - “mama medicine”
BBG Founder/Publisher Crystal Good on the BBG delivery route
5,000 copies have been distributed across West Virginia!
Blaquity
Thar Is Black People Gold In Them Thar Hills!
A Proper West Virginia Education
Perspective by John Doyle
Black Farmers Struggle For Finance And Support In West Virginia
"We are used and then left out"
History & Hope
Read BBGs Special Black History & Legislative Edition
Lady D Is West Virginia Thriving
“The whole country thinks West Virginia is those people they see on the news. And I just want there to be an acknowledgment of Black people, who we are, who we were, what we did, especially in the context of music.”
Kevin & Kayln
BBG Love Stories
‘Almost Heaven ’Til We Get There’
Black Miners and Blair Mountain
Mountain Mama Hoodoo Medicine
Lessons from when John the Conqueror visited the salt plantation in West Virginia reminding - “mama medicine”
BBG Founder/Publisher Crystal Good on the BBG delivery route
5,000 copies have been distributed across West Virginia!
Blaquity
Thar Is Black People Gold In Them Thar Hills!
A Proper West Virginia Education
Perspective by John Doyle
Black Farmers Struggle For Finance And Support In West Virginia
"We are used and then left out"