The Cherokee National Museum is the only facility devoted to the preservation of the heritage of the Cherokee Nation, the second largest American Tribe.
The 20,000 square foot building houses the Cherokee National Archives, the official Archives of the Cherokee Nation, and the Library. The Library consists of over 4,000 volumes related to Cherokee History and culture, including special collections of out-of-print bibles, books in the Cherokee language, and photographs related to Indian Territory. Approximately 55 hours of oral history tapes provide other research sources.
The Cherokee National Museum current exhibits include "Deferring to Our Elders," a profile of selected Cherokee elders, and "The Printed Word," a look at Cherokee newspapers, books, and other media, from 1844-1906.
Admission:
Adults $6.00, Children 12 and under $3.00, 5 and under free
Price includes Museum, Rural Village, and Ancient Village
Inquire about special package ticket during summer
Hours:
10:00 am to 5:00 pm Tuesday through Saturday
Gallery closed December 24, 1997 through January 31, 1998
Extended hours:
May 12 - August 30, 1998
Monday - Saturday 10:00 am to 6:00
Sunday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm