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Settlement Schools of Appalachia

In the late 19th century, college-educated young women of the Bluegrass, influenced by the progressive movement, established several community schools in isolated areas of Eastern Kentucky. This 1995 KET production looks at the early history, growth, and contemporary roles of these Appalachian community institutions.
Length 16:00 Premiere: 06/25/99 Visit the Official Website

Settlement Schools of Appalachia

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