EXPLORING OKLAHOMA WITH CHILDREN
ENJOY STICKBALL, DANCE AND OTHER DEMONSTRATIONS AT THE CHOCTAW NATION CULTURAL CENTER IN CALERA, OKLA. COURTESY OF THE CHOCTAW NATION OF OKLAHOMA.
NEAR & FAR Experience Native Heritage BY ERIN PAGE . PHOTOS PROVIDED. Today, Oklahoma is home to 39 distinct Native Nations, whose history, cultural diversity and ongoing contributions continue to shape and strengthen our communities. Only four of these Nations are indigenous to our state; the rest were forcibly removed from their homelands across the United States to what was Indian Territory beginning in 1830. During Native Heritage Month in November and beyond, experience the distinct origins, cultural practices, artwork and vitality of Tribal Nations and gain a deeper understanding of Oklahoma’s history by visiting museums and cultural centers dedicated to preserving and sharing Native heritage, located in the OKC metro and around the state.
LEARN ABOUT OKLAHOMA’S 39 DISTINCT NATIVE NATIONS AT THE FIRST AMERICANS MUSEUM.
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