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  • Cherokee Basket Weaving with Nancy Basket

    Rare Bird Farm 91 Duckett Top Tower Road, Hot Springs, NC, United States

    Kudzu Freeform Laundry Basket Weaving. Bring a SMALL laundry basket form to randomly weave split kudzu vines around. Maybe other vines will be included. This classic shape can hold lots […]

    $40
  • Member Night at the Museum of the Cherokee People

    Museum of the Cherokee People 598 Tsali Blvd., NC, Cherokee, NC, United States

    An exclusive evening of one-of-a-kind experiences for Museum members. On Thursday, June 26, we’re hosting a special event just for Museum of the Cherokee People members!   At Member Night, […]

  • 4th of July Powwow

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    Experience 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 […]

  • 4th of July Powwow

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    Experience 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 […]

  • 4th of July Powwow

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    Experience 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 […]

  • The Way We See the World: Annual Indigenous Pop Culture Celebration

    Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort 777 Casino Dr, Cherokee, NC, United States

    Since 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 […]

  • Open Air Indian Art Market

    Qualla Arts & Crafts Mutual Inc. 645 Tsali Boulevard, Cherokee, NC, United States

    Experience 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 […]

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    Cherokee Heritage Festival

    Cherokee Homestead 805 Hwy 64 Business, Hayesville, NC, United States

    This 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 […]

    FREE
  • Coil a Kudzu Basket and Cherokee Storytelling with Nancy Basket

    Rare Bird Farm 91 Duckett Top Tower Road, Hot Springs, NC, United States

    Using 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 […]

    $40
  • Mountain Heritage Days

    Western Carolina University Campus 1 University Way, Cullowhee, NC, United States

    Western 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 […]

  • Cherokee Indian Fair

    Old Acquani Expo Center 1441 Acquoni Road, Cherokee, United States

    Step 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 […]

    $10 – $20
  • Stecoah’s Annual Harvest Festival & Concert

    Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center 121 Schoolhouse Rd , Robbinsville, North Carolina, United States

    A 2-day festival celebrating all things Fall with music, food, art & crafts vendors, country fair, quilt show, artisan demonstrations, and more.  FRIDAY NIGHT: 6pm Join us around the campfire […]

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