The Alabama Folklife Association was founded in 1980 to document, preserve, present, and promote the folkways of Alabama.

Released: December 2, 2025

Announcing: Tributaries 19!

Featuring research articles and book reviews on quilting songs in the Black Belt, the old time Tennessee muskmelon, textile mill culture in Avondale, Black landownership, music on shared land, Birmingham recording studios, hunting and conservation, story quilts, and gospel music.

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Dive into Alabama folklife with the Alabama Folk podcast! In 24 episodes, Alabama artists and makers describe traditions passed down through the generations. Through their lives, we discover the many histories, cultures, communities, and landscapes that make us Alabama folk.

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Is there a tradition you’d like to teach or learn in your Alabama community? We can help! The AFA supports workshops across Alabama!

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