Bill Landry and The Heartland Series continue the rich tradition of storytelling in this collection of episodes that concludes a 25 year exploration of the culture and heritage of southern Appalachia. Return with us to the Smoky Mountains as we visit with friends who share what life was like growing up, whether in the loud and dangerous logging camps of the high slopes or the bucolic grace of Cades Cove. And soar back to the childhood of a serious minded engineer on the wings of a model plane. This collection of stories is sure to warm your heart and make you proud of our rich and unique heritage. Plus, A Gathering of Friends, the special event that drew thousands of The Heartland Series fans to the Museum of Appalachia. This bittersweet celebration is intricately woven with a look back at the remarkable journey of an unlikely television show that defied the odds to become TV’s most beloved celebration of a people and their land.
Episode 1
A Helping Hand for Arlenia
Episode 2
Collodian Photographer
Episode 3
The Beauty of Winter
Episode 4
Chillhowee Drawdown
Episode 5
Balford Duggan
Episode 6
Rising Waters
Episode 7
Faces of the Flowers
Episode 8
Clyde Bell (A Measure of Change)
Episode 9
The Community Grocery
Episode 10
The Return Flight
Episode 11
Memories of Tremont
Episode 12
The Great Smokey Mountains (75th Anniversary)
Episode 13
The Great Smokey Mountains (The Notion of a National Park)
Episode 14
The Great Smokey Mountains (The Purchase)
Episode 15
The Heartland Series (The Beginnings Part 1)
Episode 16
The Heartland Series (The Beginnings Part 2)
Episode 17
The Heartland Series (The Connection to the Audience)
Episode 18
The Heartland Series (Jim Hart)
Episode 19
The Heartland Series (The Crew)
Episode 20
The Heartland Series (A Look Back Part 1)
Episode 21
The Heartland Series (A Look Back Part 2)
Episode 22
The Heartland Series (Comes to a Close)
Episode 23
Ending Credits