Museum exhibits tell of life in these mountains from Native American and early European settlement through the CCC and the development of the national park.
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Archives for Cherokee
Unto These Hills
Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama tells the powerful story of the Cherokee from the first contact with Europeans through the infamous and tragic Trail of Tears.
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Qualla Arts & Crafts
Exquisite handmade Cherokee crafts are on display and available for sale at the oldest Native American artisan cooperative in the nation.
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Oconoluftee Village
This recreated Cherokee village of the 18th Century immerses visitors in the history and culture of the Cherokee through traditional arts, weaponry, ceremony, and dances.
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Museum of the Cherokee Indian
Interactive video, intriguing displays, and a full sensory experience of the history of the Cherokee await visitors to this 12,000 square foot state-of-the-art museum.
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Qualla Boundary
Here the Parkway overlooks the Qualla Boundary, home to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. The Boundary is a small fragment of the extensive historical homeland of the Cherokee.
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