Welcome to Coalwood

The people of Coalwood tell the story of their town, yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

Coalwood, WV is the home town of Homer Hickam, whose memoir, Rocket Boys, was made into the movie October Sky. "Welcome to Coalwood" takes you to the October Sky Festival, where you'll meet the Rocket Boys and hear more of the story of this company-owned "coal camp" as told by the people who have lived there.

Documentary

Welcome to Coalwood

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