• 200: Unwrapping the Valley’s Holiday Traditions with Historian Dale MacAllister {Ep 200}

  • Dec 18 2024
  • Durée: 51 min
  • Podcast

200: Unwrapping the Valley’s Holiday Traditions with Historian Dale MacAllister {Ep 200}

  • Résumé

  • Laughers, today is a special day where we dive into the heartwarming, festive world of holiday traditions and folklife in the Shenandoah Valley. We're thrilled to have local historian and retired educator Dale MacAllister with us to share his immense knowledge. From the quirky good luck beliefs involving holly and mistletoe to the charming decorating customs and age-old traditions like wassailing and Belsnickeling, Dale’s insights paint a vibrant picture of the region's rich cultural tapestry. We’ll explore everything from simple colonial Christmas gifts to the beloved figure of Lucy Francis Simms, a former slave who became a very influential teacher. We’ll also uncover other fascinating connections, such as Abraham Lincoln’s roots in Rockingham County and Elvis Presley’s lineage tracing back to the Valley. Get ready to be transported to a world of historical anecdotes, forgotten customs, and heartwarming holiday spirit. So, grab your favorite festive beverage, settle in, and let’s journey through time, right here in the Shenandoah Valley! Cheers!

    To get in touch with Dale MacAllister contact Rocktown History:
    Website: https://www.rocktownhistory.org/
    Address: 382 High St, Dayton, VA 22821
    Email: info@rocktownhistory.org
    Phone: (540) 879-2681
    Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 10am-4pm

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