Place-based Folklore

Place-based folklore refers to the stories, traditions, and cultural practices that are unique to specific geographic locations. It encompasses local myths, legends, customs, and rituals shaped by the community's history and environment. This form of folklore helps bond people to their surroundings and can include anything from ghost stories tied to a local landmark to traditional festivals celebrating regional heritage. Understanding place-based folklore enriches our appreciation of the diversity of human experience and the ways in which communities connect with their identities and landscapes.