Cherokee National Holiday, Annual Native American festival in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.
The Cherokee National Holiday is an annual festival in Tahlequah, Oklahoma that celebrates Cherokee culture. The event takes place across multiple locations and offers traditional performances, crafts, art exhibits, and educational workshops for visitors.
The festival was created in 1953 to honor the adoption of the Cherokee Constitution in 1839. That constitution marked a turning point in Cherokee self-governance and independence.
The festival showcases traditional Cherokee stickball games and dance performances that visitors can watch firsthand. These activities reveal cultural practices that have held meaning for the people across generations.
The festival takes place around Labor Day weekend and offers free access to all activities. Visitors can find numerous food vendors, craft stalls, and educational offerings spread across different locations.
The Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation delivers a significant address about the state of the nation at the Cherokee Nation Peace Pavilion during the festival. This speech is an important moment when tribal leadership reports on developments and plans.
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