Cherokee Heritage
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4th of July Powwow
+1 moreExperience the vibrant celebration of the 4th of July Powwow in Cherokee, NC, where tradition and culture come alive. Hosted within the Qualla Boundary of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, this annual event honors Indigenous heritage with captivating dance performances and colorful regalia. Join in the festivities as dancers showcase their skills in traditional […]
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The Way We See the World: Annual Indigenous Pop Culture Celebration
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort 777 Casino Dr, Cherokee, NC, United StatesSince 2022, MotCP’s annual The Way We event highlights Native pop culture and showcases timely perspectives for Cherokee people, primarily by Cherokee people. These community-centered events put Native self-representation in the spotlight and uplift creative work that explores identity through artistic expressions in film, music, visual art, and more.
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Open Air Indian Art Market
Qualla Arts & Crafts Mutual Inc. 645 Tsali Boulevard, Cherokee, NC, United StatesExperience the rich artistic traditions of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians at the Open Air Indian Art Market! This special event showcases live art demonstrations and handcrafted works by members of Qualla Arts & Crafts Mutual. Browse and purchase authentic Cherokee art, meet the talented artists behind the creations, and witness traditional techniques passed […]
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Cherokee Heritage Festival
Cherokee Homestead 805 Hwy 64 Business, Hayesville, NC, United StatesThis popular festival features a variety of Cherokee crafts and their makers, who demonstrate traditional Native American crafts. Watch as members of the Eastern Band show off their skills in basket and finger weaving, pottery sculpting, bead working, woodcarving, flint knapping, blowgun crafting, and arrow making. Their work is on view and for sale, with […]
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Coil a Kudzu Basket and Cherokee Storytelling with Nancy Basket
Rare Bird Farm 91 Duckett Top Tower Road, Hot Springs, NC, United StatesUsing split kudzu vines, you will sew them back together again in a coiled basket. Handles can be made, alternative plant materials can also be used. Come find out what you might have in your backyard or neighborhood that begs to be put to good use. Wisteria anyone? Cherokee cultural stories told and discussed.
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Mountain Heritage Days
Western Carolina University Campus 1 University Way, Cullowhee, NC, United StatesWestern Carolina University has proudly hosted the Mountain Heritage Day festival on the last Saturday in September for 50 years! This cherished tradition has been the university’s gift to the community, preserving Appalachian culture and traditions through education. The festival will span an entire week, featuring newly added programming such as evening faculty-led lectures with […]
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Cherokee Indian Fair
Old Acquani Expo Center 1441 Acquoni Road, Cherokee, United StatesStep into the heart of Cherokee culture at the 113th Cherokee Indian Fair! This spirited celebration showcases the rich culture of the Cherokee people. Visitors of all ages can enjoy a mix of entertainment, from thrilling carnival rides and live music to intricate arts and crafts and spirited competitions. Whether you’re exploring the heritage of […]
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Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration
ONLINE EVENT - VIRTUALThe American Indian Heritage Celebration (AIHC) consists of a virtual education day on Friday and an in-person festival on Saturday. The celebration highlights traditional and contemporary artistic, historical, and cultural contributions of American Indian communities in North Carolina. It also brings together members of all eight state-recognized tribes. The consistent theme and message of AIHC, as […]
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Echoes Across the Smokies: A Night of Strings, Stories, and Songs
The Bardo Arts Center at Western Carolina University 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NC, United StatesStep into a night of mountain magic with Echoes Across the Smokies: A Night of Strings, Stories, and Songs. Presented by WCU’s Bardo Arts Center and Mountain Heritage Center, this soulful celebration brings the Smokies to life through the spirited tunes of the Junior Appalachian Musicians, the captivating stories of Cherokee storyteller Kathi Littlejohn, and the harmonies of the Cherokee […]
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Junaluska Wreath Laying Ceremony
Junaluska Memorial 1 Junaluska Drive, Robbinsville, North Carolina, United StatesSave the date!! The annual Junaluska Wreath Laying Ceremony will be held on November 5th at the Junaluska Memorial Site. Each year we commemorate the life and legacy of Junaluska, and his commitment to resisting removal. Join us in this wonderful celebration! We hope to see you all there!! Junaluska Memorial 1 Junaluska Drive, Robbinsville, […]
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Presentation: Paranormal Activity with Cherokee County Paranormal Society
John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United StatesJoin us for a presentation on paranormal activity with Cherokee County Paranormal Society in the Keith House Community Room.
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Kananesgi Fashion Show
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort 777 Casino Dr, Cherokee, NC, United StatesEnjoy a runway of custom-designed fashion worn and created by Indigenous people, followed by a Trunk Show where you can purchase looks straight from the runway. Check the website for more details. Coming soon. About the Event: Kananesgi is the Cherokee word for spider. The spider was chosen because, in Cherokee culture, the spider represents […]
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