Appalachian History Films

Access and use

Location of collection:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
Newman Library
Virginia Tech
P.O. Box 90001
560 Drillfield Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24062-9001
Contact for questions and access:
Phone: (540) 231-6308
Fax: (540) 231-3694
Restrictions:

The collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

The copyright status of this collection is unknown. Copyright restrictions may apply. Contact Special Collections and University Archives for assistance in determining the use of these materials.

Reproduction or digitization of materials for personal or research use can be requested using our reproduction/digitization form: http://bit.ly/scuareproduction.

Reproduction or digitization of materials for publication or exhibit use can be requested using our publication/exhibition form: http://bit.ly/scuapublication.

Please contact Special Collections and University Archives (specref@vt.edu or 540-231-6308) if you need assistance with forms or to submit a completed form.

Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], Appalachian History Films, 1981-2005, undated, Ms2025-068 Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Summary

Extent:
2.8 Cubic Feet 2 boxes
Language:
English .
Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], Appalachian History Films, 1981-2005, undated, Ms2025-068 Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection consists of 34 films relating to local, regional, and Appalachian history, dating from 1981-2005. The films are in a range of formats and were likely collected by one person before being transferred to Special Collections and University Archives in the early 2000s.

Acquisition information:
The films in this collection were transferred to Special Collections and University Archives prior to 2010.
Processing information:

The processing, arrangement, and description of the Appalachian History Films was completed in August 2025.

Physical / technical requirements:

The bulk of these films are in U-matic format (and one in Beta), which Special Collections and University Archives does not have equipment for. Please contact us if you have questions about viewing/accessing these films.

We can facilite viewing of the films in VHS, DVD, and CD-Rom format in our reading room.