Mountain Memories

Welcome to Mountain Memories, a page dedicated to sharing captivating historical stories and treasured oral histories! Here, we aim to preserve and showcase narratives that allow the voices of the past to be heard. It is important to note that the stories and oral histories presented on this platform have been faithfully transcribed and are presented exactly as they were received, without any alterations to spelling, grammar, or punctuation.

Our decision to maintain the original form of these narratives stems from our deep respect for the authenticity and integrity of the accounts. By keeping the stories as they were written, we hope to capture the essence and uniqueness of everyone’s voice, allowing their stories to resonate with you in the most genuine manner possible.

While we acknowledge that some passages may contain spelling and grammatical errors, we believe that these imperfections contribute to the richness and humanity of the stories. They reflect the storytellers’ personal expression and the context in which they were originally shared.

We encourage you to immerse yourself in the diverse range of stories presented here, appreciating the power of oral and written tradition and the enduring impact of history. By engaging with these narratives, you become a part of the collective effort to honor and cherish the experiences of those who came before us.

We invite you to contribute to our collection of narratives and become a part of our shared history. If you are interested in submitting a story or oral history please contact Executive Director, Lisa Monteiro at lisa@mineralking.org. 

Enjoy your exploration of these extraordinary accounts and let the voices of the past guide you on a captivating journey through history!