Cherokee Nation Cultural site
Information provided in the following Culture pages are provided mainly in part
by the Cultural Resources Center of the Cherokee Nation. For further info on
subject matter please contact cultural@cherokee.org.
please note that Cultural information may vary from clan to clan, location to
location, family to family, and from differing opinions and experiences.
Information provided here are not 'etched in stone'.
Cherokee Culture-
Here you will find all sorts of information from recipes to ceremonies to arts
and general information. This is where curiosity begins so check it out.
Cherokee History-
This is where you will find information on the history of the Cherokee Nation
and of the Cherokee People. Here we have historical facts, biographies,
information on chiefs, historical event and sites as well as historical
information during the Trail of Tears era. This is where you cal look when
doing more extensive research.
Cherokee Language-
Want to learn the Cherokee Language? This is a great place to start and get
your feet wet. There are many lessons and examples to learn from as well as
sound recording.
Dikaneisdi (Word List)-
We have over 7,000 words to search from in this translation reference. Type in
an English word and get the Cherokee translation. Listed to the word while you
read it in the Cherokee syllabary. This is a great reference for learning the
Cherokee Language.
Downloads-
Check out some of our downloads. This is where you can find the Cherokee Font,
music MP3's in the Cherokee Language and even a screen saver or two.
Kids Corner-
This area will help you to answer many of those general questions that you
may have. A great resource for school reports or general knowledge.
Literature-
Every culture has stories and myths of the past. Here you can read a few from
the Cherokee perspective in our collection of traditional stories. You will
also find a bibliography of published works on the Cherokee people.
Radio Show-
Cherokee Nation radio show includes music in the Cherokee language,
interviews with Cherokee elders and information on programs that the Cherokee
Nation has to offer, as well as the latest Cherokee Nation community news.
This area is an ongoing project. We will add information on a continual basis so
please check back regularly for updates.
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