The Appalachian Cultural Project is a photojournalism project made up of students in the Picture Stories class (JOUR 334) at Western Kentucky University. The Appalachian Cultural Project is designed to promote the education of Western Kentucky University photojournalism students, while respectfully documenting the people and culture of the Appalachian region.

It is the goal of the project leaders and its participants to truthfully represent the people of the area to counter negative stereotypes that are unfairly attached to the region. The challenge of overcoming these stereotypes is large, but by making honest images and by treating people with respect, the project aims to reveal the realities of life in the region and celebrate the diverse Appalachian culuture.