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Recorded on June 10 in Tahlequah, OK. Gene Norris, senior genealogist with the Cherokee National Research Center, helps make sense of centuries-old documents that record Cherokee history in his lecture, "19th and 20th Century Cherokee Rolls and Censuses Explained.”Watch all Lunch & Learn videos at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLAaEbcbNmanxxnXPVF59r7XS8v4JBgcr&feature=shared

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.co...

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...

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 artic...

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://visitcheroke...

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...

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 Mose...

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://visitchero...

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 no...

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...

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...

Join Cherokee National Treasure Choogie Kingfisher for another special episode of Cherokee Storytelling as he shares a chilling tale just in time for Halloween.

It’s that spooky time of year again! 🎃 Join Cherokee National Treasure Choogie Kingfisher for a special episode of Cherokee Storytelling as he shares a chilling tale from his father about what he witnessed happen one night in an old cemetery.

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,...

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: htt...

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...

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 lo...

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 Des...