Armenian American Rural Community

Old is new again

Some of the first Armenian communities in America were established in rural areas of California, particularly in the San Joaquin Valley, due to the availability of fertile land for agriculture. These early immigrants played a crucial role in developing the agricultural industry, especially in crops like grapes and raisins, while preserving their cultural heritage through churches, schools, and cultural organizations, notably in Fresno.

Today, there are very few Armenian communities in rural USA. Armenians have congregated primarily in and around cities. For those Armenians wishing to live in a rural community surrounded by Armenians there choices in America extremely limited. The best option at this time would be to find a city in the south with an Armenian community that is driving distance away from a rural area.

The appeal of an Armenian community in rural USA

With increasing levels of technological automation and the distribution of luxuries once enjoyed only in the cities, living in rural areas is a viable option for many. From remote workers, to those that want to have a more hands on and physical profession not so easily disrupted by AI, rural living can be very attractive. It certainly is to the vanguards of the Tennessee Hyeland Project, who have moved to the Upper Cumberland region of Tennessee to form a rural Armenian community.

There are a number of significant advantages to living in an Armenian community in rural Tennessee including low taxes, low cost of living, and affordable property. Perhaps the Hyeland Project is right for you and your family?