ᏣᎳᎩ ᏫᏗᎦᏅᏍᎩ- Cherokee Dispatch
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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.
William & Mary Students Find Unforgettable Lessons with Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
William & Mary students immersed in EBCI culture, sovereignty, and history during a spring visit to Cherokee, N.C.—gaining powerful lessons in identity, land, and the meaning of tribal sovereignty.
The Chestnut Comeback? EBCI’s GMO Tree Project Reignites Debate
EBCI joins USDA chestnut restoration project using GMO trees. Learn how science, culture, and Cherokee values intersect as public comment reopens on the future of the American chestnut.
Carly Treece: Weaving Generational Voices into Cherokee Cultural Memory
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.
New The Cherokee Ribbon Skirt: Walking with Tradition Blog Post
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.
