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History
In November, Center director Clifford Murphy traveled to South Korea at the invitation of the Asia Culture Center.
To the hum of electronic synthesizers and the melodic rush of ocean waves, Julian Saporiti brings to life the Oregonian coast and sings an enchanting lesson in its history.
The price of giving up on ancient buildings in Turkey is significant both from both a historical and a social perspective.
Aside from a few lyrics in Bob Dylan’s song, little has been published about Carroll’s life. Sixty years after her death, we take a closer look.
Folklife Magazine explores how culture shapes our lives. We publish stories about music, food, craft, language, celebrations, activism, and the individuals and communities who sustain these traditions.