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Museum of the Cherokee Indian, Cherokee

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Immerse yourself in thousands of years of Cherokee history at Museum of the Cherokee Indian. Your self-guided tour begins in the Story Lodge, where computer animations retell ancient myths. The galleries that follow track the Cherokee from the Paleolithic period to modern day. You can explore digital exhibits and admire lifelike wax models. Artifacts, textiles, and art are displayed throughout the galleries. If you will be in the area for a few days, consider signing up for one of the many classes in Cherokee craftsmanship, language, or culture. Inspirock's itinerary builder makes planning a Cherokee trip simple and quick.

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By Bear3990

This is a beautiful exhibit that must be seen. We went on a Monday at 9:20 am and were almost there alone. A Senior High School trip came in about 20 minutes or so after us. The whole exhibit took.... more

This is a beautiful exhibit that must be seen. We went on a Monday at 9:20 am and were almost there alone. A Senior High School trip came in about 20 minutes or so after us. The whole exhibit took.... more »
By cipriro

If you have 1-2 hours to spare and you are on your way to or from Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge, go visit this museum. I’m quite passionate to learn more about Amerindian tribes of North America, and this..... more

If you have 1-2 hours to spare and you are on your way to or from Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge, go visit this museum. I’m quite passionate to learn more about Amerindian tribes of North America, and this..... more »

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By Nick Barbosa

The museum flows so well. They do a great job of sending you back in time to learn about such an amazing culture. My wife is part Cherokee so learning about her heritage and history was always intriguing. Well done.

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By J So

The museum needs a little love and maintenance, but if more people visit it can have it. It is very important for Cherokee people to tell their own story and they do in this museum. It is not a huge museum but gives an overview of the history of the Cherokee people. It covers culture, history and folklore. It honestly considers Cherokee politics of the 1830s. One topic it could cover better would be Cherokee involvement in slavery and the Cherokee Freedmen. I really appreciated learning more about the Cherokee in their own voice and I hope the museum gets the love it deserves and even expands and adds greater depth. The Cherokee, like all indigenous Americans, are entitled to it.

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