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.
Explore Carly Teece’s powerful art piece Generational Voices, honoring Cherokee heritage through layered imagery that connects past, present, and future through women's stories and resilience. ...more
Native Culture ,Cherokee Culture News
May 31, 2025•1 min read
Discover the history and meaning of the Cherokee ribbon skirt—its cultural roots, modern use at stomp dances, and how it honors Cherokee womanhood, identity, and tradition. ...more
Cherokee Culture News
May 31, 2025•3 min read
Explore Cherokee National Treasure Betty Jo Smith’s legacy of traditional foods like grape dumplings and Kanuchi in a new exhibit at Saline Courthouse Museum, now through September 15. ...more
Native Culture ,Cherokee Culture News
May 23, 2025•1 min read
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
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April 11, 2025•2 min read
‘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
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