The Carter Family was an American folk music group that recorded and performed between 1927 and 1956. Regarded as one of the most important music acts of the early 20th century, they had a profound in
A. P., Maybelle, and Sara Carter (L–R) in 1927
Birthplace log cabin of A.P. Carter at the Carter Fold at Maces Springs, Virginia near Hiltons, Virginia.
A.P. Carter General Store Museum at the Carter Fold at Maces Springs, Virginia near Hiltons, Virginia
Alvin Pleasant Delaney Carter was an American musician and a founding member of the Carter Family, one of the most popular acts in the history of country music.
Carter Family
…day before country singer Jimmie Rodgers made his initial recordings for Victor under Peer. The original group consisted of Sara Carter, her husband A. P. Carter, and her sister-in-law Maybelle Carter. Maybelle was Sara's first cousin, and was married to A. P.'s brother Ezra Carter (Eck). All three were born and…
A. P. Carter Store, which A.P. ran after retiring from the music business
Grave of A.P. Carter at Mount Vernon United Methodist Church at Maces Springs (Hiltons), Virginia