Stephen Foster was an American songwriter known for creating many popular folk and traditional songs. His music often told stories about life, love, and American culture, with simple melodies that ...

Known as the "father of American music," Stephen Foster made his living by selling his sheet music in the days before records and radio. During his career, Foster penned over 200 tunes, including the ...

PARKERSBURG – The life and times of one of America’s greatest songwriters was presented Sunday through history and song at the Blennerhassett Museum of Regional History in downtown Parkersburg.