Ongoing events at the Cherokee Nation

Explore the “Troy Jackson: Mercy is in the Details” exhibit at the Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural & Welcome Center in Vinita. The new exhibit dives into Cherokee National Treasure Troy Jackson’s artistic exploration of Cherokee history, culture and identity. Featuring more than two dozen artworks – including several large-scale, conceptual sculptures – the exhibit shares an up-close look at the artist’s perspective and the motivations that inspire his impressive body of work. It is on display now through Aug. 3, 2025. The Anna Mitchell Cultural & Welcome Center is located at 953 E. Illinois Ave. in Vinita. For more information, email info@visitcherokee.com, call 877-779-6977 or go to VisitCherokeeNation.com.

“Jeff Edwards: The Future Will Be Cherokee” merges Cherokee culture with contemporary imagery in the newest exhibition at the Cherokee Cultural Pathway in downtown Tahlequah. The public art display is now open and features 13 large-scale reproductions of some of Edwards’ most recognized works, such as “Sequoyah Warhol” and “Cherokee on the Brain.” “Jeff Edwards: The Future Will Be Cherokee” is the latest exhibit to be featured at the Cherokee Cultural Pathway and runs through April 20, 2025. Edwards is an award-winning graphic artist who draws inspiration from his life and career. Edwards’ art is featured at many Cherokee Nation sites, including the Durbin Feeling Language Center, where he works alongside Cherokee speakers. Admission is free and the pathway is open all day. For more information, email info@visitcherokee.com, call 877-779-6977 or go to VisitCherokeeNation.com.

The “Thomas Muskrat: Carving Out a Community” exhibit is on display at the Saline Courthouse Museum in Rose. Cherokee National Treasure Thomas Muskrat has spent a lifetime building connections with Cherokees and people of other tribal nations. In this new exhibit, learn how his artistic journey as a carver and role as founder of the Bell Powwow were both inspired by his drive and commitment to strengthen Native ties and communities. This exhibit, on display at the Saline Courthouse Museum, 55870 S. 490 Road, in Rose, is on display now through May 17, 2025. Admission to the museum is free and is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, email info@visitcherokee.com, call 877-779-6977 or go to VisitCherokeeNation.com.

Cherokee unification in an era of upheaval is the subject of the Cherokee National History Museum’s newest exhibit, “One Land, One Nation: Cherokee Unification After Removal.” In early 1839, Cherokee people removed from their homelands arrived in a new land west of the Mississippi River. They were met by Cherokees who emigrated prior to the Treaty of New Echota (1835) and those who arrived after its ratification. Three groups with different reactions to Cherokee Removal formally reunited following the diaspora caused by U.S. Indian removal policies. This exhibit, which is open through March 22, 2025, explores the trials and achievements of this extraordinary period in Cherokee Nation history. Admission to this museum in downtown Tahlequah is free and is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, email info@visitcherokee.com, call 877-779-6977 or go to VisitCherokeeNation.com.

“Cherokee Highflier: The Life and Career of Wauhillau LaHay” explores the fascinating life and work of Cherokee Nation citizen Wauhillau LaHay. Starting her journalism career as a teenager in Muskogee, LaHay took to the sky as a pilot in 1929 writing about aviation and interviewing its biggest celebrities. Following a successful career in radio and publicity working with some of Hollywood’s greatest legends, La-Hay reported on the First Ladies of the White House in the 1960s and 1970s. This exhibit, on display at the Cherokee National Supreme Court Museum, 122 Keetoowah St., in Tahlequah, is on display through June 28, 2025. Admission to the museum is free and is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, email info@visitcherokee.com, call 877-779-6977 or go to VisitCherokeeNation.com.