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- Most Outstanding Performer – Mountain Dance and Folk Festival
- Circle of Excellence – National Association of Storytelling
- Teller in Residence – International Storytelling Center
- 7 Times Winner – ALA Notable, Parents Choice, Storytelling World
- Featured Storyteller and Emcee – prestigious National Storytelling Festival
- Actress in The Winter People – AN MGM feature film
- Recipient of Alice M. Jordan Scholarship Award – Sponsored by The New England Round Table of Librarians
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Barbara Freeman
…carries the wonder, magic and humor of Appalachian life to audiences throughout America, Europe, and Asia
Laugh Makers Magazine
Pioneer trailblazer Barbara Freeman is a major force in the Storytelling Renaissance …delighting listeners of all ages with her hilarious energy-packed performances.
Nashville Public Library
Captivation retelling of the chronicle of events from creation to crucifixion … The children and adults were mesmerized.
Holy Love Ministries