The Coonskin Cap: Legend or Hype?

The Iconic Legend of the Coonskin Cap:

From humble native headwear to a million-dollar sales item, the coonskin cap has a long and fascinating history (and it isn’t over yet). Join us as we break down the story behind this head warming and legendary hat.

The intro song is called Davy Crockett; Falling of the Pines
Courtesy Library of Congress, Alan Lomax collection of Michigan and Wisconsin, American Folklife Center

*My knit cap was made by Emily Burns: emilyd.burns@yahoo.com
*My round wool felt hat was made by M.Brenkle: brencklehats@gmail.com

A lot of other stuff was made either by me or other artisans whose work will likely be showcased in other videos in the future.