News and Updates
Foodways Farewell
I sit here, staring across campus and am overwhelmed by the monumental work that has happened here at the forks of Troublesome Creek. The foundation …
Restoring the James Still Cottage | #KyGives
One of the Settlement’s projects for Kentucky Gives Day 2021 is to restore the historic James Still cottage on our campus in order to preserve …
A Return to Normalcy
After more than a year of atypical screenings for dyslexic characteristics due to the COVID-19 lockdown, we were finally able to resume screening kids in …
Common Threads
Five weeks ago, students from Knott and surrounding counties embarked on a challenging journey; to learn how to sew, knit, and quilt…. all via Zoom. …
Daffodils & New Beginnings
Daffodils hold a special place in my heart. Not only are they beautiful, but to me they represent the beginning of better days. Whenever they …
Launching The Imagination Library of Knott County!
One of the questions I am often asked by DAR friends from across the country is “How can we help support Hindman?” While there are …
The Settlement School at War
Disclaimer: This letter was written in 1918, therefore it contains dated descriptions and depictions of people of different cultures or backgrounds. The use of these …
Anderson Named Settlement’s Eighth Executive Director
Hindman Settlement School’s Board of Directors welcomes Will Anderson as the next Executive Director, beginning June 1, 2021. Will Anderson comes to the Settlement with more …
Plowing New Ground
Spring is in the air on Troublesome Creek and folks are itching to get ground turned, feel the moist soil on their hands, and see …
Celebrating Women’s Day: Founding Mothers
In celebration of International Women’s Month, the Hindman Settlement School would like to honor the women of Southeast Kentucky that have changed Appalachia through their …
ReadingCorps: A Transformative Experience
In 2020, the Hindman Settlement School received an AmeriCorps grant, which allowed us to hire up to 40 full-time tutors to serve in Knott, Perry …
2020 Annual Report – Beyond The Numbers!
We are pleased to share our 2019-20 Annual Report, which highlights both the numbers and stories of our work over the past year. While this …
Thanks to the Food System
Somehow, we have made our way to Thanksgiving 2020. A week that ushers in the holiday season, sets forth many family traditions and brings awareness …
Reflections from the Fields
At the beginning of 2020, we had very different plans for how the year was going to go with our farm than how it turned …
Creating Community in a Crisis
This past week, I had the pleasure of being a part of the community that surrounds food and music here in eastern Kentucky. Even in …
Dumplin’s & Dancin’: A (virtual) Series on Appalachian Food & Dance Traditions!
Every year, we gather together at the Forks of Troublesome to celebrate Appalachian Food and Dance. As with everything else this year, our gathering will …
Appalachian Costumes and Celebrations
These photos were pulled from the archives. They depict ceremonies of yesteryear where Appalachians dressed in handmade costumes made from items they found around their …
Just a Few Miles South with Chef Ouita Michel
Hindman Settlement School is thrilled to share the next title releasing from Fireside Industries, our literary imprint with the University Press of Kentucky. Just a …
Continuing to Make a Difference
Well, it’s finally October. The leaves are exploding with color, the air is getting cooler, and no denying the year is quickly fading away. 2020 …
Apple Stack Cake Cobbler
INGREDIENTS: Serves 16 4 Cups of Chopped Fresh Apples 8 Cups of Dried Apples 4 Cups of Apple Cider 1 1/2 Tablespoon of Cinnamon 1/4 …
Dyslexia Program: Virtual Victories
This year has brought plenty of adversity, but each challenge has only offered us an opportunity to show our adaptability. The dyslexia program has operated …
Countdown to “Drowned Town”
Fireside Industries is proud to announce the acquisition of Drowned Town, a book of linked stories, written by Jayne Moore Waldrop. Drowned Town will be …
Executive Director Hindman Settlement School
Manage and direct the Settlement School’s affairs, employees, programs, facilities and outreach activities to accomplish both immediate and long-term organizational goals. Engage, motivate and lead …
Folk Arts: Virtual Transitions
The tradition of gathering together to enjoy music is an essential part of the Appalachian experience. Whether it’s joining friends and neighbors to sing hymns …
Hindman by Design- Misty Feltner
Kiko Designs is a small design business located in Perry County, KY. Owner, Misty Lewis Feltner, works remotely from her home. Services provided include marketing …
