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.
Cherokee Boogie blended stomp dance rhythms with rockabilly in 1950. Explore Chief Redbird’s journey from Indian Territory to Detroit and how Indigenous music shaped American popular culture.
‘Come On, Let’s Plant’: Wayland Smalley Brings Cherokee Roots, Ruth Stout Wisdom to Backyard Gardening