Discussion Paper

A Crooked Road to a Creative Economy


Abstract: The Crooked Road trail celebrates the cultural history of Appalachian music and arts. In 2015, it was estimated to bring $6.4 million in tourism spending to the region annually and continues to promote growth in southwest Virginia’s tourism industry today.

Keywords: Economy; Manufacturing; Tobacco; Coal;

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Provider: Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

Part of Series: Regional Matters

Publication Date: 2020-03-05