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  • Cherokee Annual Powwow

    4th of July powwow in cherokee, nc Celebrating culture and community Powwows serve as important cultural gatherings that honor traditions, celebrate heritage, and foster a sense of community. The Annual Eastern Band Cherokee Powwow is a cultural celebration in Cherokee, NC, that showcases the vibrant traditions of many different Native American tribes and communities. This…

  • Cherokee Medicine Wheel

    Cherokee Medicine wheel Photo courtesy of Medicine Man Crafts; Crafted by Cherokee native, Shakira Hull Teesateskie The Meaning of the Medicine Wheel in Native Culture The medicine wheel can be found in many native cultures around the world. It is a universal symbol, and its meaning has been defined by different cultures throughout the ages…

  • Cherokee Bears Project

    The Bears Project in cherokee, NC The Artistic Tapestry of Cherokee Heritage Unveiled through The Bears Project. The Bears Project started in 2005 with the intention of showcasing the variety of talented artists within the Qualla Boundary. A committee researched several concepts prior to selecting a bear theme, as they intended to produce something that…

  • Cherokee Cabins & Cottages

    Cabins & Cottages Bring the comforts of home with you when you stay in Cherokee, North Carolina. Cabins and cottages are a cozy alternative to hotels and motels. If you seek lodging in Cherokee NC for a larger group of people, cabins and cottages are often furnished with sleeping arrangements for up to eight or…

  • Fishing Tournaments

    FishING Tournaments & Events Cherokee Fishing Tournaments Cherokee’s exclusive fishing events ensure a Great Fishing season. Cherokee offers the perfect opportunity to introduce your budding angler to the joys of fishing or challenge your skills against top competitors. Whatever your fishing aspirations may be, Cherokee provides the ideal setting to create cherished memories that will…

  • About Us

    About Us Take a Journey to the Home OF the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians The Qualla Boundary – The Original Home of the Cherokee The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is a sovereign nation with more than 15,000 enrolled members and is the only federally recognized Native American tribe in North Carolina. The Eastern…

  • Bonfire

    Cherokee Bonfire About the experience Amazing tales as told by the Cherokee storytellers themselves. Imagine you’re gathered around a roaring bonfire, the occasional spark shooting high into the night sky, as a strong but gentle voice begins a story you’ve never heard. As the drama builds, you’re nearly breathless, your own heartbeat matching the occasional…

  • Waterfalls

    Waterfalls in Cherokee They make relaxation tapes that sound like our waterfalls. Little wonder. All you need is the lullaby of falling waters from the river boulders above to fill you with a vast sense of peace. It’s true; there is nothing quite like the powerful drug of a waterfall to put everything in its…

  • Outdoor Adventure

    Outdoor Adventure Revel in nature, Cherokee style. Most of us don’t even know we’ve lost it—our innate connection to the earth. The Cherokee visualize nature as inclusive of all things: animals, plants and people—all of equal importance—to ensure balance and harmony. Doesn’t that sound refreshing? Put your shades on. It’s time for you to experience…

  • Artists

    Showcase of Cherokee Artistry The Traditional Arts and Crafts of the Cherokee For untold centuries, Cherokee artists have turned natural materials such as river cane, clay, wood, and stone into beautiful works of art. Basketry, pottery, stone carving, wood carving, bead working, finger weaving, and traditional masks are a few of the timeless forms of…

  • Home

    Once you stay in Cherokee, part of you never leaves. TALKING TREES CHILDREN’S TROUT DERBY: ONLINE-ONLY REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! REGISTER NOW Are you ready for adventure? A culture, a people, and a place that’s actually a sovereign nation, Cherokee is located right in the heart of Western North Carolina. It’s also base camp for hiking…