Hindman Settlement School

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Hindman Settlement School is a settlement school located in Hindman, Kentucky in Knott County. Established in 1902, it was the first rural settlement school in America.[1]

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[edit] Mission

The mission of Hindman Settlement School is "to provide educational and service opportunities for the people of the mountains, while keeping them mindful of their heritage."[2]

[edit] Marie Stewart Museum & Craft Shop

The Marie Stewart Museum & Craft Shop supports the activities of the school. The store sells traditional Appalachian crafts and has an online site. Upstairs is a small museum with exhibits about the Hindman Settlement School and regional crafts.[1]

[edit] References

  1. ^ a b Hindman Settlement School Retrieved on 2010-05-29
  2. ^ Knott County Adventure Retrieved on 2010-05-29

[edit] See also

Pine Mountain Settlement School

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Coordinates: 37°20′04″N 82°58′33″W / 37.33444°N 82.97583°W / 37.33444; -82.97583

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