Appalachian Village & General Store Preserved by North Carolina Dr. Hart : A 50 Year Passion

Hart Square Village is a collection of 103 log cabins and buildings which have been preserved on 200 acres in Vale, North Carolina by Dr. Robert Hart III. This collection of historical structures is the largest in the United States with build dates ranging from 1760 to 1890. Buildings include barns, a tavern, a chapel, a schoolhouse and many others creating a unique village nestled around the lakes on the property. The majority of the buildings are from a 22 mile radius of the location, with the first cabin arriving in 1973. Hart Square hosts events and classes throughout the year which showcase and teach colonial and pioneer era life.
John Ward
The Appalachian Channel
#theappalachianchannel #generalstore #countrystore

[@mikemontgomery7337]

She is definitely proof that N.C. has very beautiful women !!

[@kennethhudson8013]

Yes we do!

[@rosariofernandez-rodriguez7122]

😂you no listen the amazing History, you look a pretty woman, it’s okey 😅

[@oldscoolcooldiecast1879]

Not just buitiful she carry’s her self very nice also. Very respectable and pretty cool she enjoys the old ways and antiques

[@JohnnyUtah15]

Don’t ya know that here in the South there are plenty of beautiful belles and handsome beaus? 😄

[@fordenginebuildersv8power184]

We sure do! I married one lol

[@candismith4080]

What a lovely woman that is honering her grandfather by keeping his dreams alive.

[@MegaBait1616]

Wish all women were like her and not Tik-Tok type.....Don't need a pound of makeup, 3" plastic fingernails, fake boobs and a roadmap of Tattoo's of their body counts.... be well.

[@JQUICK21]

@Mike Collon Only 95%?......joking right?

[@georgechristiansen6785]

@@JQUICK21 Plenty of sickos out there.

[@ZaphodsPlanet]

@Mike Collon Yeah, I'd have ZERO problem with that. She's one of those oddities in that at least for me, hearing her voice just makes me feel calm. Looked up more information on her on the web site for the facility, sadly for us single guys... she's married. LOL. Cudos to the very lucky man that made that happen. Thought I saw a ring on the left hand. Couldn't agree with you more Mike, she's a stellar example of what makes a woman feminine.

[@MrRoughknuckles]

She's mesmerizing. The more I watch her and her obvious goodness, very nice, and I'm glad her Grandpa did that great job making the history alive for future generations.

[@tashuntka]

Yes..... captivating 🎊

[@dread550]

Yeah her bf or husband is so lucky I’m extremely jealous

[@badapple65]

I wholesome, and great American woman. I enjoyed her passion for the property and family’s legacy.

[@onrycodger]

My goodness, what a stunningly beautiful young lady. And a wonderful personality to boot. She really knows her history of the area. That's for certain. Been enjoying all of your videos.👍

[@denniskohler6886]

This is what our children needs to be taught in our schools. This is history. Thank you and everyone keeping this village alive. Bless all of you

[@gailmrutland6508]

*The grinder is indeed a "Tobacco Shredder" for "role your own". Variants included a herb grinder and in cold storage ( Ice house ) a meat grinder although they were lined with metal eventually giving way to a foundry cast model. The disks on top ware weights of course, although they did not attach to the wire side holding the product pan ! LOL! Great stuff you folks do!*

[@jamesscimone1447]

This was a crazy interesting video but I had to watch it like 5 times because I kept losing focus because of this girl... WOW... Drop dead gorgeous...

[@williamcassidy685]

A beautiful history lesson.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@paulyoung5327]

Wow! John you have found another priceless gem. She is a great historian and seems to genuinely care about the history of her area. Outstanding! Thank you.

[@theappalachianchannel]

She is very passionate about the history there

[@melissachartres3219]

You think she's hot, don't you?

[@dynochronlock]

Gorgoues aesthetically pleasing face well spoken intelligent articulate and knowledge able! All I can say is she's a catch and a southern goddess to boot! Braavooo! My dear 🙏🙏💘👀

[@dynochronlock]

I can tell amazingly done and well spoken

[@juliawitt3813]

I live in South Africa, thanks for this video. The lady explaining everything was so nice, and obviously soaked up so much knowledge from her Grandfather. Good to see Apalacia in a positive light, and know that these people were hardy and with a good culture.

[@rosariofernandez-rodriguez7122]

I’m no born in USA but a love the American History and past memories 🙏🏻🥰👍

[@mrtwit5212]

Wow! She is stunning!

[@godschildyes]

Wow! She talks like an Historian! I loved how detailed she was in explaining every little thing! It's so wonderful that she's carrying on he father's legacy! Lastly and equally so, she is very beautiful and kind! God bless her!

[@lance3883]

Whoever that GORGEOUS WOMAN is in the very beginning is a WALKING PURE ANGEL.... PERIOD

[@ThomasBrooks4]

I’ve worked at the Hart Farm for over 50 years, either as child labor, Scout labor, building disassembler/assembler, and now as one of the periodic docents of the Gun shop demonstrating how firearms were made in the foothills of Appalachia. The Hart Foundation opens to the public once a year with all of the shops, stores and mills working to illustrate what it was like in the 17th and 18th century. 100’s of neighbors, friends, and amateur experts come together from all over to make it possible to demonstrate the skills and crafts that were needed during that period of time. I’m partial to the gun shop but cotton gin, grist mill, chair shop, wheelwright shop, black smith and tin smiths are all my favorites, but there are over 100 homes, shops, stores, churches, even a fort to explore and learn about. It’s a wonderful place to experience. You must have tickets to visit but it’s worth it. I’ll see you there.

[@Barleywine14]

Where have the guns outside on the porch been the last couple years?

[@garygarner9007]

Definitely a pretty girl she knows her history and you know how to pick good places to go you always do a fine job and find some interesting places keep the good videos coming take care and be safe

[@secretehouse7163]

I'm a transplant southern bell. I've lived in Michigan most of my adult life. And there is a distinct difference between the empathy and southern way of manners, and depth, that the north does not posses...I miss the south.

[@vicchiapetta4166]

Such an Awesome Lady!!! So knows all the History, A real pleasure to listen to!!!

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thank you

[@vicchiapetta4166]

@@theappalachianchannel Your Family must be so proud of you!!, Vic!!

[@ungarlinski7965]

Off topic but I love her jacket. Her style in general is cool.

[@delrayphatsful]

She's gorgeous.

[@stevoreno6266]

Dr. Hart how beautifully ironic. ♥️🙏🏻

[@sharlynebeach2786]

This video was another great one. This young lady is so blessed to have had a grandfather like she did. He knew how important it was to keep history alive for generations to come. Cannot wait John to see the rest of this place. Thank you again.

[@donnamays24]

I live locally and have been to the Hart Village festival many times..every time there are so many new things. It’s the most amazing historical time capsule I’ve ever seen! I met Dr. Hart numerous times over the years and he was the kindest most sincere person you could ever know. So glad your putting this out for all to see what a wonderful preservation job he did over his lifetime..it’s a true legacy for Dr. Hart!

[@hylde2639]

Man that place looks amazing I can imagine a bonfire singing songs right upfront that lake.

[@jtg2737]

What a beautiful looking natural soul (the woman) so that it is clear.

[@michaelcraig9449]

This is so great.I will go there and play my guitar next summer. I wonder if they still have any decent old style country gals that waited for their man. I will tour the country next year, and play guitar all over.

[@trex860]

I can only imagine how beautiful this little village must be in candlelight.

[@Festerock]

Dang, she is so beautiful. She is very informative and a great tour guide.

[@badapple65]

It takes Her generation to educate the next, God bless her and her enthusiasm.

[@michaelbishop6831]

I have to get to Hart Square! My Appalachian heritage is from a few hours up the mountain chain, but the folks there lived exactly the same way.

[@mikesters3532]

Rebecca Hart! Wow! ❤

[@akbychoice]

Only 56 miles away, we will have to make a trip and visit.

[@killroy7114]

Wow! Just wow. Enough said.

[@funtimevideos2160]

Oh wow. Rebecca is so beautiful !!! She seems like a really special girl and I love this beautiful place she has helped create. Thanks for the video.

[@billboil9424]

Oh my Goodness she is a Goddess with so much knowledge

[@dwaynekoblitz6032]

Gee, I guess what we're all commenting about. That store is the coolest thing ever! I hope that I get a chance to visit. I cannot even imagine what all else is there. What an absolutely gorgeous, woman. Because she deserves to be told that.

[@loadedfun4764]

My people were Appalachi from a little place called Lynchburg West Virginia. Definitely a different kind of people and a different kind of place.

[@Original-Juice]

drove through some beautiful areas on my way to a Wedding in Asheville, NC last year. that West Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina section(s) just a beautiful part of the world. It was Fall Season so the foliage was gorgeous

[@willamestrada1121]

Ay ay ay Dios mio what a beautiful señorita!! Wow. Speechless. So smart as well. A shout out to her mommy and daddy for making a beautiful baby.❤

[@andyroach420]

Historical traditions of crafts is so special. It is amazing the beautiful things people can make.

[@jetskiwillywilly7970]

So Beautiful. And the lady too.

[@leeakers1018]

I'm very passionate about old general stores. This one has to be one of the most amazing I've ever seen. I don't like getting off topic. As much as I enjoyed the video it was hard to keep my attention on what this video was meant to be. The young lady stole the show. Beautiful, awesome personality and a credit to her generation. Her husband/boyfriend must thank God daily for being the chosen one.

[@JesseCase]

Yes sir! Whoever he is, he is definitely one lucky man! He's a double winner because not only does he get the hand of such a pretty and brilliant lady, but he also gets to hangout in such a cool historical village all the time! 😊

[@TonysLawnCare215]

Wonderful Love to visit the location 1 day and Rebeca Such a sweet Person love her Happy soul

[@brianperry9108]

Wow pretty awsome seeing this history still intact. Also, side note Rebecca is gorgeous...

[@susantaylor8507]

Oh love to come see this beautiful

[@azfarsyed7082]

Beautiful places in America. Like to visit there .

[@theappalachianchannel]

You should!

[@user-et5qs2en4c]

My wife and I went to the festival a couple of times and really had a great experience and Learned a lot about old fashioned ways ,I would recommend it to anyone interested in American history and how things were made and used back in olden times.😊

[@dreh1h1]

What a great history and a wonderful beautiful woman

[@jacobmiller5834]

She's awesome. What a cool place.

[@theappalachianchannel]

she is a smart lady

[@donaldbeene2677]

She has a bubbly spirit ...contagious . So humble and down to earth.Appalachian girls rock.

[@nekkidfiddler5861]

Dr.Hart was my doctor when I was kid in the 70 s just this year found out about this place amazing as I am into this old stuff too

[@theappalachianchannel]

Cool

[@scotthead8249]

I'd love to come there. By the way Rebecca is absolutely BEAUTIFUL.

[@SweatyWelder68]

WOW! Rebecca is absolutely Beautiful!!!! Mesmerizing! !

[@ssgvern]

It's easy to see that she is passionate about what she is describing and that it comes from a sense of love and respect for her grandfather and not from a sense of obligation. Beautiful person, both inside and out!

[@Good-Citizen]

She is beautiful. Great video thank you.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks

[@4tomhenry]

FASCINATING! I would LOVE to visit this place!

[@robsmithadventures1537]

Very cool. I am from Ireland its nice to learn a little about American history. This way of teaching history is hands-on and very tangible for people to grasp.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for the comment and Happy Memorial Day ! John

[@robsmithadventures1537]

@@theappalachianchannel Thanks John, same to you!

[@tashuntka]

That vid and place are soooo good .. 👍 👏 👏👏👏👏👏👌 She's a natural beauty....

[@DanielLehan]

Thanks for preserving this history,...and for the tour.

[@mythoughts1................1]

this is priceless for upcoming generations. thank you for this video.

[@aldonova71]

Wow! look at the natural long eyelashes! Great video...

[@ibinfo-tube5063]

Amazing tour in the back times and I can't away my focus from the backgrounds inventory of this store, awesome explanations about every item out there, you beauties😍 in all aspects ! keep it up 👍👍

[@jheimann391]

Definitely going to have to come and visit.

[@user-ur5or1iq9i]

She is making her Grandfather very proud. So very knowledgeable! Thank You .

[@Bright13]

Just watched this video and while watching an episode of "Anne With an E" I noticed a very similar thread cabinet at the tailor in the show, neat little detail.

[@annafraley5388]

Have always loved these Old NC country stores, very unique.✅ She is a Very Beautiful Lady too…!! 👍

[@MegaBait1616]

There's a bunch in western NC to check out....be well..

[@hwoutdoors1862]

Wow Rebecca is beautiful. I don’t think I would get tired of watching her. I have always admired her grandfather and his passion for saving those old structures.

[@judypatrick42]

Great Video Of Appalachian History. Rebecca Is Very Proud Of Her Grandfather Legacy, She's Very Knowledgeable, Beautiful...

[@smfield]

God bless y’all.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for the comment and Happy Memorial Day ! John

[@1954shadow]

General stores are always my favorite.

[@czyhorse36]

BEAUTIFUL OLD STORE WELL PERSEVERED KEPT IN GOOD ORIGINAL LOOK!

[@user-jt8hf4fp2h]

Very nice program im from Connecticut this is great to see .

[@georgefrazer2231]

Where did the 'lace' making 'originate'. There is carrickmamcross lace from co monaghan Ireland. The local museum has an exhibition on lace making. Honiton lace from Honiton, Devon. The square tin for biscuits is known here as a 'tin' of biscuits. A 'half tin' of biscuits is a foot square tin half the depth of the square box. Most grocery stores kept 'ledgers' as customers bought 'goods on tick'. The local grocer literally kept the whole community 'alive' until they got paid. Flour was also bought by grocers in bulk. It came in a large linen bag. The flour was then weighed out into 2lb bags of flour. The 'linen' that the bulk flour came in was then given to customers. Four flour bags were 'sown together' to make bed sheets for your bed. Smaller items like 'seeds', powders etc where normally kept in wooden drawers that sat behind the counter. The grocer would take out a scoop and 'scoop up' some seeds etc. He then made a 'poke', the same as an ice cream 'poke' from strong paper and he sealed the top of it. This is how all condiments were sold. Tea also came in large wooden tea chests. The tea was originally 'stored loose' in large semi circular 'tea bins'. These 'bins' had a large wooden lid and the semicircular lid folded back to let you 'scoop out' the tea which would be put into a paper bag and weighed on the scales. Bacon was also 'hung up' on large hooks along a high bar above the bacon slicer. Bacon was cut off to the required thickness required and wrapped in 'grease proof' paper. String used for 'tying up' the paper bags hung in a spool from the ceiling. A skilled grocer could 'wrap up' a 'parcel' and 'snap off' the string with one hand. Cheese, usually cheddar cheese, came in a large 'block' the size of a cement block. The grocer sliced off 'blocks' of cheese using his 'cheese knife'. With experience they knew how to 'cut off' the correct weight of cheese. In weighting tomatoes, the grocer knew what number of tomatoes he needed to get the 'correct' weight. Do you have a set of scales with a needle that 'tells the weight' of items? Thank you for this video.

[@connie6623]

Back in time when things were very simple.

[@cybrpypr]

My thanks to Dr Hart and his granddaughter for their amazing work in collection and preserving the buildings and contents of the amazing Hart Square Village. That was the most unique and oldest general stores that I have ever seen. Thank you for making this video. I look forward to seeing the other videos in this series from Hart Square Village.

[@joycejones4526]

John and Jodi, this was outstanding content. Your channel is so interesting and informative. There are so many things I'm seeing right in my back yard. I hope everything is going good for you all in the new motor home. Jodi your filming is amazing. I look forward to every video. Thank you.

[@joycampbell6157]

I’m from still live in NC & I’ve never heard of this place omg I can’t wait to check it out!!

[@mohseensalmi2643]

This store is amazing, and I enjoyed watching it.

[@philup6274]

The Doc knows how to grow em.

[@rubbersole79]

She's beautiful.

[@NewBeginningswithBudhiandCyndi]

We live in North Carolina and I wanted to make a trip to both the Christmas and the October Festival although falls way out of what our budget could handle. Thank you for sharing

[@user-yk3mv1dw4q]

THANK YOU VERY MUCH

[@DaleDirt]

Yes , she is beautiful , great hostess , very knowledgeable of all these antiques and history . When you really think about it , this was not that long ago . I think we are moving to fast . Technology used incorrectly will enslave us .

[@redrebels24ify]

This place is AWESOME!! CRAZY toolbox organizer and pellet holder for shot guns! The child coffin 😱 haha WOW! The Owner is a Beautiful Lady!! #justsaying

[@JP-yf3qh]

She is beautiful.

[@williamburns9731]

Beautiful young lady 😊❤ , her grandfather would be very proud of her. Love from Australia 🇦🇺. I follow The Farmer's Wife. Keep up the great work.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thank

[@tarjeik7162]

That woman is the most charming yankee I’ve ever seen…wow🥰😍🥰😻

[@lucassaueressig1411]

What an angel

[@andreas6029]

That's amazing! So glad there are people willing to preserve Appalachian history like that. Used to live in Abingdon VA.

[@stephengreen2898]

My Jones family were part of the Confederate General Johnston of Abington, Va

[@CasonovaCorkClub]

The Hart Square Village truly will have no problem selling out now! ... LOL

[@Keith-ui4tp]

Amazing lady!

[@LRT217]

How interesting! I love it, seeing all of those old pieces makes me think of how it must have been back then. How awesome that they cater to children and have them come see, teach them about and let them touch a little bit of history. What a fun and enlightening field trip that must be for them!🌟🌟☺️

[@budsodalsky]

She A+

[@shyadav08]

Very beautiful lady with a warm presence!

[@kentbeery4941]

Wow ! Shes a Gem

[@thenadonation2664]

She's gorgeous!!!!

[@robertm4919]

I grew up in Indiana and Kentucky, with family in Eastern Kentucky. We frequently went to NC, TN for vacations. The Appalachian Mountains will always be in my heart, and as I have approached the back half of my life I feel those mountains calling. Nice piece. Love seeing the heritage kept alive.

[@scott236]

NC is my ancestral home back into the colonial age. I love seeing this stuff! And a wonderful lady there in the video 😊❤

[@oldscoolcooldiecast1879]

That thread box gave me ideas for a marble box for collecting and displaying and storage also. Very nice 👍

[@deadfordays]

god DANG shes beautiful

[@jayarajjohnson2476]

❤❤❤❤ love these old wood cabins & houses...No modern structure comes close to these simple stunningly beautiful wood houses especially when they are surrounded by trees, water ....

[@DKR-1881]

I'm looking at the cabin and furnishings, but to be honest, it's hard to take my eyes off of this stunningly beautiful woman.

[@Olscotia1]

what a beautiful store omg what memories that brings back. thank you Sincerely from Frederick in nova scotia Canada 🇨🇦 we love America 🇺🇸 we stand with you brother and sisters we have your six.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Happy Easter!! Thanks for your comment and watching our videos. John