Dedicated to telling the story of the rich history and culture of Cherokee people, Cherokee Nation offers historic sites and attractions across 7,000 square miles in northeast Oklahoma.
Recorded on May 20 in Tahlequah, OK. A pivotal figure in the history of Texas, Sam Houston was an advocate for Native American rights and had a unique relationship with our tribe. This latest “Lunch and Learn” lecture, presented by historian and Cherokee Nation citizen Jay Hannah, was a fascinating look into “Sam Houston and the Cherokees.” Watch all Lunch & Learn videos at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLAaEbcbNmanxxnXPVF59r7XS8v4JBgcr&si=u-HpqlSMN7rIn_gI
Recorded on April 15 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.The April Lunch & Learn was about the “Andy Payne and the 1928 International Transcontinental Footrace,” presented by Keith Austin. Learn all about Andy Payne's historic achievement during this presentation. Watch all Lunch & Learn videos at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLAaEbcbNmanxxnXPVF59r7XS8v4JBgcr&feature=shared
Recorded on March 13 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.The March Lunch & Learn was about the “Cherokee Nation Marshal Service,” presented by Cpt. Scott Craig. Watch all Lunch & Learn videos at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLAaEbcbNmanxxnXPVF59r7XS8v4JBgcr&feature=shared
Recorded on November 20 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.The November Lunch & Learn was about the “History of the Cherokee National Female and Male Seminaries,” presented by Gene Norris, Senior Genealogist, Cherokee National Research Center.Watch all Lunch & Learn videos at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLAaEbcbNmanxxnXPVF59r7XS8v4JBgcr&feature=shared
Recorded on October 23 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. The October Lunch & Learn was about the “John Drennen House,” presented by Tom Wing, Director of the John Drennen House. Built in 1838 and home of the Revolutionary War descendant John Drennen, this site is linked to the Trail of Tears, the Underground Railroad, and the Civil War. Watch all Lunch & Learn videos at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLAaEbcbNmanxxnXPVF59r7XS8v4JBgcr&feature=shared
Recorded on September 17 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. The September Lunch & Learn was about the “Cherokee National Archives” presented by Ross Mulcare, Archives Manager at the Cherokee National Research Center. Watch all Lunch & Learn videos at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLAaEbcbNmanxxnXPVF59r7XS8v4JBgcr&feature=shared
Recorded on August 22 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. This month's Lunch & Learn was about the “Social, Political, and Economic Impact of the American Civil War in the Cherokee Nation” presented by David Fowler, Regional Director of the Oklahoma Historical Society. View the full Lunch & Learn schedule at: visitcherokeenation.com/classes/lunch-and-learn/
Recorded on July 18 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. This month's Lunch & Learn was about the “Act of Union” presented by Catherine Foreman Gray, Jack Baker, and Chrissi Nimmo. View the full Lunch & Learn schedule at: https://visitcherokeenation.com/classes/lunch-and-learn/
Recorded on June 18 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. This month's Lunch & Learn was about the “Frontier Era Lawmen and Outlaws in the Cherokee Nation” presented by Art T. Burton, Indian Territory author and historian. Burton has written “Cherokee Bill: Black Cowboy—Indian Outlaw,” “Black Gun, Silver Star: The Life and Legend of Frontier Marshal Bass Reeves” and many other historical books and articles. View the full Lunch & Learn schedule at: https://visitcherokeenation.com/classes/lunch-and-learn/
Recorded on May 14, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. This month's Lunch & Learn was about the “U.S. Marshals Museum,” presented by David Kennedy, curator of collections and exhibits. This fascinating new museum — the culmination of more than 16 years of fundraising, design, construction and installation — opened July 1, 2023. You can view the full Lunch & Learn schedule at: https://visitcherokeenation.com/classes/lunch-and-learn/
Recorded on April 9 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. This month's Lunch & Learn was about the “200th Anniversary of Fort Gibson" and was presented by Jennifer Frazee, director of the Fort Gibson Historic Site. Built in 1824, Fort Gibson served as a staging area for several military expeditions that explored the west and sought peace between the tribes of the region. You can view the full Lunch & Learn schedule at: https://visitcherokeenation.com/lunch-and-learn
Recorded on March 26 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. This month's Lunch & Learn was about the “Historical Role of Women in Cherokee Society" and was a panel discussion featuring four Cherokee women of distinction. Hear from Dr. Candessa Tehee, 2nd District Councilor for the Council of the Cherokee Nation; Elizabeth Toombs, tribal historic preservation officer for Cherokee Nation; Krystan Moser, senior manager of collections and exhibits for Visit Cherokee Nation; and Catherine Foreman Gray, cultural programs and event projects manager for Visit Cherokee Nation. You can view the full Lunch & Learn schedule at: https://visitcherokeenation.com/lunch-and-learn
Recorded on February 22 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. This month's Lunch & Learn was about the “History of the Annual Freedmen Celebration in the Cherokee Nation” presented by Ty Wilson, president of the Cherokees for Black Indian History Preservation Foundation. Join us and learn more about the history of Cherokee Freedmen. You can view the full Lunch & Learn schedule at: https://visitcherokeenation.com/lunch-and-learn
Artist Sayo':kla Kindness-Williams (Oneida Nation of Wisconsin) took home the Trail of Tears Award at this year's Trail of Tears Art Show. Learn about the important history and cultural elements she depicted in her winning piece titled “Healing Coat: Remembering the Journey of On^yote?a:ka (The People of the Standing Stone)” in this Artist Spotlight. The 53rd Annual Trail of Tears Art Show runs now through May 11 at Cherokee Springs Plaza in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, and online at: TrailOfTearsArtShow.com
Artist John Henry Gloyne (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians) took home Best of Show at this year's Trail of Tears Art Show. Learn about the process behind his award-winning piece titled “Burial Ceremony: The Four Souls of the Cherokee Being” and the cultural significance behind the painting in this Artist Spotlight. The 53rd Annual Trail of Tears Art Show runs now through May 11 at Cherokee Springs Plaza in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, and online at: https://TrailOfTearsArtShow.com
Cherokee National Treasure Weynema Smith has spent a lifetime teaching the Cherokee language and sharing her profound knowledge of our culture. In this podcast, listen to Weynema talk about the cultural importance of various plant life and why it's crucial to pass down Cherokee traditions to future generations. Make plans to see the new exhibit “Weynema Smith: To Live a Cherokee Life” at the Saline Courthouse Museum in Rose, Oklahoma — on display now through May 11. Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. English translation of the Weynema's opening story: We were at home alone with Grandma. Grandpa was away, he wasn't at home. It got real cloudy, and it was getting dark, and there was thunder. It got real scary. Grandma said a tornado was coming. And I mean it stormed. Our corn was about four or five feet tall at that time. After the wind had passed and it got still, Grandma said, “Let's go look around.” She took us with her. All the corn was just flattened down. “It ruined our corn,” she said. When Grandpa came home that night, he said to us, “When you get up in the morning, you and your brother, go down to the cornfield where the corn is laying down, and stand up seven plants.” Just seven of them, don't worry about the rest. We did exactly what we were told to do. We didn't even check the next day if they were still standing, or what happened to the corn. But then he asked us, “Do you see the corn standing up?” Then we paid attention. When we went to check, every plant was standing up. Every bit of it came back up by itself. To us, it meant to have the faith and be strong in it. You knew why you were doing it, you were helping it up.
Join Cherokee National Treasure Choogie Kingfisher for another special episode of Cherokee Storytelling as he shares a chilling tale just in time for Halloween.
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Utilizing his unique perspective as a Cherokee artist, Kenny Glass brought his voice to every one of his designs in the 2023 Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show. With his family, community and Cherokee art as inspiration, Glass created an attention-grabbing collection of gleaming ribbon skirts made with materials that truly shined. Discover more of his fun, bold designs on Facebook and follow his Instagram, @kendoll49! Watch Glass's designs in the full Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show livestream here: https://youtu.be/0DqDuRjj3gk
Pairing traditional themes and methods with contemporary materials is what Eva L. Cantrell does best. Her skirts for the 2023 Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show were proof of her passion for combining the different art mediums. Cantrell's modern feel and cultural touchstone designs create handmade work that she hopes tells the stories of our lives. Explore more of Cantrell's textile art on her website: https://EvaCantrellCreations.com Check out the full Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show livestream here: https://youtu.be/0DqDuRjj3gk
Inspired by fashion, media and the ingenuity of Cherokee women, Cherokee National Treasure Tonia Hogner-Weavel's skirts at the 2023 Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show were a testament to the joy of creating. Her work was not only beautiful and easy to wear, but it also brought traditional Cherokee fashion into the present while still maintaining a dialogue about how the culture affects us today.See Hogner-Weavel's designs in the full Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show livestream here: https://youtu.be/0DqDuRjj3gk.
Cherokee National Treasure Dan Mink has created the artwork for Cherokee National Holiday every year for nearly two decades. In this video, listen to Dan talk about his artistic journey and the process behind creating graphic designs. Make plans to see the new exhibit “Dan Mink: Cherokee by Design” at the Saline Courthouse Museum in Rose, Oklahoma — on display now through October 7.
The positivity, purpose and impact of Cherokee/Crow artist Shadow Hardbarger's pieces were prominent at the 2023 Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show. Hardbarger's skirts, which draw inspiration from her family, incorporated earth, sky, floral and basket weaving motifs. Her designs are also part of her impact on her community through her program, Creating with Purpose. The sales of her work, like her four lovely pieces in competition, raise money each month for people and organizations in need. To find more of Hardbarger's meaningful work, or to help support Creating with Purpose, find her on Facebook at Creating with Purpose or follow her Instagram, @dothingswithpurpose. Check out the full Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show livestream here: https://youtu.be/0DqDuRjj3gk
Cindy Evans draws on her Cherokee roots to create stylish skirts with designs and patterns that are evocative of Oklahoma. Her family influences helped her put the beauty of her culture in every dress at the 2023 Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show. Discover more of her work, including Cherokee tear dresses, ribbon shirts, ribbon skirts, shawls and fringed purses on her Facebook page, Two Needles Native Design's! Check out Evans' designs in the full Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show live stream here: https://youtu.be/0DqDuRjj3gk
Jennifer Thiessen's emotionally evocative designs made a powerful statement at the 2023 Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show. Her detailed patterns in each piece wove a rich, meaningful story inspired by her ancestors and community. To watch the video recording of the full Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show, go to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DqDuRjj3gk
At this year's Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show, Cherokee artist Julie Perkins utilized traditional animals like the buffalo and woodpecker, as well as styles reminiscent of trade-era wrap skirts, to create a beautiful series of pieces. Each of her dazzling designs featured nods to traditional Cherokee patterns. To watch the video recording of the full Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show, go to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DqDuRjj3gk
Recorded live on July 1, 2023, from the Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural & Welcome Center in Vinita, Oklahoma — this is a history presentation from Cherokee Nation's first-ever Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show! This presentation by Callie Chunestudy featuring research by Cherokee National Treasure Tonia Hogner-Weavel, discusses the history of Cherokee women's fashion from pre-European contact to the present-day. Introduction by OsiyoTV host Jennifer Loren. To watch the video recording of the full Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show, go to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DqDuRjj3gk
Cherokee National Treasure Anna Sixkiller is passionate about sharing her love of both the Cherokee language and the art of basketry. In this podcast, listen to her tell how she learned to make baskets by gathering natural materials and why she thinks it important to preserve Cherokee traditions. Make plans to see the new exhibit “Anna Sixkiller: The Language of Reeds” at the Saline Courthouse Museum in Rose, Oklahoma — on display now through July 15.
You may know Cherokee National Treasure Robert Lewis for his vibrant storytelling skills, but he is also an accomplished visual artist. In this video, watch Robert Lewis tell his own story, talk about his passion for creating art and give a demonstration of his unique sketching process. Make plans to see the exhibit “Robert Lewis: Bringing Stories to Life” at the Saline Courthouse Museum in Rose, Oklahoma — on display now through April 8.
Learn the reason why the corn husk doll has no face in this episode of Cherokee Storytelling! Listen as Candice Byrd-Boney brings this classic Cherokee story to life.
Cherokee National Treasure Thelma Forrest has spent over four decades making Cherokee traditional baskets. In this podcast, listen to her tell how she learned to the art of basketry from elders in the rural Cherokee community of Kenwood and how she has passed down the craft to her grandchildren. Make plans to see the new exhibit “Thelma Forrest: A Weaver's Wisdom” at the Saline Courthouse Museum in Rose, Oklahoma — on display now through January 7, 2023. #VisitCherokeeNation
Rabbit puts together a scheme to steal Coyote's dinner in this episode of Cherokee Storytelling! Watch as Cherokee National Treasure Choogie Kingfisher brings this fun tale to life.
For the second year in a row, Cherokee artist Carolyn Pallett took home the Grand Prize at the Cherokee Homecoming Art Show. Taking inspiration from the winged designs found etched in ancient Southeastern pottery, Pallett talks about the process and meaning behind her winning bandolier bag titled “Still We Rise” in this Artist Spotlight. The 27th Annual Cherokee Homecoming Art Show runs now through September 10 at Cherokee Springs Plaza in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, and online at CherokeeHomecomingArtShow.com.
You may know him as the voice behind Cherokee Nation's weekly radio show: Cherokee Voices, Cherokee Sounds.
The Creator rewards the animals for their kindness to one another with gifts in this episode of #CherokeeStorytelling! Listen as Cherokee National Treasure Robert Lewis brings this fun tale to life. See Robert Lewis perform live storytelling on Wednesday, August 17, at the Cherokee National Peace Pavilion in Tahlequah. Click here for details: fb.me/e/2seOzKcq9
Cherokee storyteller Sammy Still shares a true, funny story of a raccoon he once saw in this episode of Cherokee Storytelling!
Rabbit uses his wit to spare himself from being Wolf's dinner in this episode of Cherokee Storytelling! Watch as Cherokee National Treasure Choogie Kingfisher brings this fun tale to life through words and song. See Choogie Kingfisher perform live storytelling on Wednesday, June 15 at the Cherokee National Peace Pavilion in Tahlequah. Click here for details: https://visitcherokeenation.com/events
Meet the Van Buskirks! Renowned for traditional weapons and basketry, respectively, Cherokee National Treasures Perry and Kathy Van Buskirk share a storied partnership. Watch this Artist Spotlight to learn about their journeys as artists and their new exhibit at the Saline Courthouse Museum in Rose, Oklahoma — on display now through June 25.
Listen to a story about a bird born with big feet and how he learned to be appreciative of this gift. Watch as this humorous tale is brought to life by Cherokee National Treasure Robert Lewis. #CherokeeStorytelling
Cherokee graphic artist Jeff Edwards took home the Trail of Tears Award at this year's Trail of Tears Art Show & Sale. Learn about the meaning behind his winning piece titled “Relocate and/or Die” in this Artist Spotlight. The 51st Annual Trail of Tears Art Show & Sale runs now through April 30 at Cherokee Springs Plaza in Tahlequah, Oklahoma and online at visitcherokeenation.com/trail-of-tears-art-show.
Cherokee National Treasure Tonia Hogner-Weavel took home the Grand Prize at this year's Trail of Tears Art Show & Sale. Learn about the process behind her award-winning piece titled “Flower Dress and Purse” and how she shares Cherokee heritage through textiles in this Artist Spotlight. The 51st Annual Trail of Tears Art Show & Sale runs now through April 30 at Cherokee Springs Plaza in Tahlequah, Oklahoma and online at visitcherokeenation.com/trail-of-tears-art-show.
Listen to a Cherokee tale about a man who, out of options, asks a mole for help finding him love. ❤️ Watch as this humorous story is brought to life by Cherokee National Treasure Robert Lewis. #CherokeeStorytelling
Listen to one of the most popular Cherokee stories about love: the origin of the Strawberry!
Join Cherokee storyteller Sammy Still as he shares the story of two young men's journey to become young warriors. Sammy Still is an original member of the Turtle Island Liar's Club — an informal fellowship of Cherokee speakers, cultural presenters, historians and storytellers created nearly three decades ago.
In this episode of Cherokee Artist Showcase, we sit down with Cherokee National Treasure Al Herrin to discuss his artistic journey as a bow maker and his career teaching and authoring books about Cherokee culture. From now through March 26, you can see Al Herrin's artwork on display at the “Al Herrin: The Bow Maker's Calling” exhibit at the Saline Courthouse Museum in Rose, Oklahoma.
Have you ever wondered why Rabbit has long ears and legs? Join former Miss Cherokee Tonya Still as she shares this fun story and performs a flute song in this new episode of Cherokee Storytelling!
In ancient times, the game of stickball was played as a way to settle disputes. Join Cherokee storyteller Sammy Still as he shares a comedic story of one particular game played between two villages. Sammy Still is an original member of the Turtle Island Liar's Club — an informal fellowship of Cherokee speakers, cultural presenters, historians and storytellers created nearly three decades ago.
In this episode of Cherokee Artist Showcase, we sit down with Cherokee National Treasure Betty Christie Frogg to learn about her artistic journey and her commitment to preserving Cherokee culture through art and teaching. From now through December 31, you can see examples of Frogg's basketry and traditional clothing on display at the “Betty Christie Frogg: Carrying Her Culture” exhibit in the Saline Courthouse Museum in Rose, Oklahoma.
Who wants to hear a scary story? Join Cherokee National Treasure Choogie Kingfisher for this special episode of Cherokee Storytelling as he shares a spooky tale about a noise you can still hear on stormy nights at a house in Tahlequah.
Crawdad and Fox race each other to settle a dispute in this episode of Cherokee Storytelling. Join former Miss Cherokee Tonya Still as she shares this fun story and performs a flute song.
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