Archives

🔐 Archives Access: Curated for Integrity

These approximately 240 original archival documents represent over 20 years of research by Dr. Jim Glanville—scanned, typed, and collected across decades. While not curated like the 11 published articles in our Glanville Archives Knowledge Base, these materials offer a rare glimpse into Jim’s original work and dedication to historical research.

Request Access Below
To request access to the original archival collection, please provide:
• Your name
• A valid email address
• A brief note describing your interest or purpose

Access requests are forwarded to designated representatives of the Museum of the Middle Appalachians/Saltville Foundation for review.

If approved, you will receive instructions for accessing the requested archival materials, including the archive password where applicable.

We ask all visitors to respect our Terms of Use and refrain from sharing restricted materials, passwords, or access credentials without appropriate permission.

Your curiosity helps keep this legacy alive. Contributions are always welcome to support future preservation.

Use the button below to request archive access.

→ Use the Contact Form to Request Access

Help Preserve the Archives

Your secure donation to The Saltville Foundation (MoMA) via PayPal helps keep Jim’s legacy alive and accessible.

Use the button below to support Holstonia.co and MoMA.

→ Support the Legacy with a Donation

Have a Question About the Archives?

Still have questions about the archive system? Start here.

Archive Permissions & Usage

Can I share the archives with others?
Holstonia’s Knowledge Base is publicly accessible. Additional archival materials may require permission. Please direct others to Holstonia.co rather than sharing restricted download links or access credentials.

Are the PDFs copyrighted?
Copyright and usage rights may vary by document. Materials are provided for historical preservation, education, and research. Please respect applicable copyright protections and obtain any necessary permission before republishing or redistributing complete documents.

For permission inquiries, please contact us.

I found something I want to cite. How do I give proper credit?
Please include the original author, publication year, document title, and source.

Glanville, James L. (Year). Title of Article. Holstonia.co Digital Archive.

Where available, include a link to the public article page.

Thank you for helping preserve Dr. Glanville’s legacy for future generations.

Archived Access & Requests

Information about requesting access to Holstonia’s archival materials.

How Does Archive Access Work?

Holstonia’s Knowledge Base is publicly accessible. Additional archival materials may require permission.
To request access, please use our Contact Form and select “Archive Access Request.”
Requests are forwarded to designated Museum of the Middle Appalachians/Saltville Foundation representatives for review. Access is granted at their discretion.
If approved, you will receive instructions for accessing the requested materials.

Do I Need to Create an Account? 
No. Public account registration is no longer available. Archive access requests are handled through the existing manual review process.

How Is My Personal Information Used?
Information submitted through an archive access request is forwarded to designated Foundation contacts for review and response.

For additional information, please refer to our Privacy Policy or contact us directly.

I’m a Teacher or Researcher — Do I Need Special Access?
Researchers, educators, and other visitors may request access using the Contact Form. Please briefly describe your research or educational purpose.

Requests are reviewed by the Foundation.

Using the Archives

Explains how content can be used, cited, or shared

Can I cite materials from Holstonia.co in academic work? 
Yes. Please credit the original author, document title, publication information where available, and Holstonia.co as the access source.

Can I reuse content on my own website or project?
Brief quotations may be permissible under applicable copyright law. Reproducing or redistributing complete documents may require permission from the appropriate rights holder.

For additional permissions, please contact us.

Can I download everything at once? 
The Knowledge Base provides publicly accessible articles and available supporting materials.

Additional original archival documents are maintained separately and may require approval before access.

Researchers, educators, and institutions seeking access to multiple documents may submit an Archive Access Request through our Contact Form.

Holstonia.co FAQs

What is Holstonia, and why was it created?
Holstonia.co is a digital preservation project dedicated to the research and legacy of Dr. Jim Glanville. It exists to make his scholarly contributions on the Holston River Valley and Appalachian history accessible to educators, researchers, and the public.
Who was Dr. Jim Glanville?
Dr. Glanville was a chemist, historian, and independent scholar whose work centered on early Southeastern U.S. history, particularly around Saltville, Virginia. His legacy includes groundbreaking research on Native American culture, early Spanish contact, and Appalachian settlement history.
How many articles are featured in the digital Knowledge Base?
The Glanville Archives currently features 11 published articles, carefully selected and developed to highlight Dr. Jim Glanville’s historical research, scholarly contributions, and legacy.
Additional original archival documents are preserved separately and may be requested through Holstonia’s existing Archives access process.
Where are the rest of Jim’s archives?
Dr. Glanville’s original archival collection contains approximately 240 historical documents, maintained separately from the curated Knowledge Base.
These materials preserve his original research and publications. Access to additional documents is handled through the Archives request process and reviewed by designated Foundation representatives.

Visitors interested in these materials may submit an Archive Access Request.
How is this site connected to MOMA and the Saltville Foundation?
Holstonia.co is supported in collaboration with The Saltville Foundation and the Museum of the Middle Appalachians (MOMA). These institutions help ensure the integrity, funding, and long-term sustainability of Jim’s digital legacy.
Can I contribute to or help with this project?
Yes. If you’re a researcher, educator, or community historian interested in helping preserve or expand Jim’s legacy, we’d love to hear from you. Please use the contact form directly to discuss potential collaborations.
How was this website built and who maintains it?
Holstonia.co was developed by Steven Taylor of Trajan Studio, with historical involvement from Deena Flinchum, Dan Kegley, and the Saltville Foundation.
Trajan Studio continues providing website hosting, technical maintenance, and support. The Museum of the Middle Appalachians/Saltville Foundation oversees institutional decisions regarding archival access and use.

The project remains dedicated to preserving Dr. Jim Glanville’s historical research and making his scholarly legacy accessible to future generations.