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Celebrating the Culture & Traditions of the Cherokee People
At Cherokee 411, we honor the rich cultures and living traditions of all three federally recognized Cherokee tribes: the Cherokee Nation, the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians (UKB), and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI). This blog is a space to celebrate our shared heritage, explore unique customs, and uplift the voices of our communities. From language and ceremony to food, fashion, and everyday life, we aim to keep our stories alive and relevant for generations to come.
Baby’s First Cherokee: A Beautiful Beginning to Language and Culture
Introduce little ones to the Cherokee language with Baby’s First Cherokee—a beautifully illustrated board book by Brad Wagnon that fosters cultural pride and early language learning. ...more
Native Culture ,Cherokee Culture News
April 11, 2025•2 min read
‘Come On, Let’s Plant’: Wayland Smalley Brings Cherokee Roots, Ruth Stout Wisdom to Backyard Gardening
‘Come On, Let’s Plant’: Wayland Smalley Brings Cherokee Roots, Ruth Stout Wisdom to Backyard Gardening ...more
Native Culture ,Cherokee Culture News
April 05, 2025•3 min read
Honoring Native American Military Service: Preserving Our Legacy Amid the Pentagon's DEI Purge
Native Americans have served honorably in every major conflict since the Revolutionary War. The Navajo Code Talkers’ unbreakable code was crucial in WWII, while Ira Hayes symbolized courage at Iwo Jim... ...more
Native Culture ,Native News
March 26, 2025•4 min read
Honoring Heritage Through Art: Tishara Sneed’s Ceramic Masks and Cultural Reflection
Cherokee artist Tishara Sneed shares her cultural heritage through ceramic masks, blending tradition with innovation. Her work highlights Cherokee & Diné traditions while raising awareness of Indigeno... ...more
Native Culture ,Cherokee Culture News
March 17, 2025•5 min read
Faith Long-Presley: Elevating Cherokee Fashion at Santa Fe Native Fashion Week
Faith Long-Presley brings Cherokee heritage to Santa Fe Native Fashion Week 2025. Discover her stunning designs, Indigenous representation, and how to support her vision. Learn more at Ganvhida Design... ...more
Native Culture ,Cherokee Culture News
February 07, 2025•3 min read
Native American Representation Controversy Hits Yellowstone
The Yellowstone controversy highlights Hollywood’s ongoing Native misrepresentation, as Cherokee records dispute Kelsey Asbille’s ancestry. This raises concerns about authenticity in Indigenous castin... ...more
Native Culture ,Cherokee Culture News
February 01, 2025•4 min read
