Joined with two incredible women of Dante, Virginia, Christine shares a lively conversation with Pat Gibson and Catherine Pratt. Sharing about their upbringing in Dante and reminiscing about the past, Pat and Cat share their passion for revitalizing the community-oriented town of Dante, Virginia. Learn about the optimism it takes to rekindle the past for the youth of tomorrow, finding hope in others’ success, and the value of community. Welcome to another episode of the Collective Resilience: We Rise Podcast! 

Catherine Pratt was born and raised in Dante, Virginia, coming from a family of coal miners. In 2004, she helped create the nonprofit, Dante Lives On, which led to the creation of the Dante Coal Mining and Railroad Museum. She is now the Treasurer of the Dante Community Association.

Pat Gibson was born in Dante, but grew up in the town of Castlewood. Moving back to Dante in 1975, she is now the Chair of the Dante Community Association. With a passion to see Dante revitalized, she has her own vision of turning her home into a bed and breakfast for travelers.

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED

Learn more about the town of Dante and the work being done by the Dante Community Association.

Learn more about the Dante Coal and Railroad Museum created by Dante Lives On.

Learn about the towns and opportunities inspiring Dante: St. Paul, Cleveland, Clinch River, Spearhead Trails.

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