YOUR CHEROKEE COLLECTION

The Cherokee National Research Center is seeking submissions of Cherokee cultural artifacts owned by tribal citizens for a private consultation during the 73rd annual Cherokee National Holiday. Submit photos and a contextual narrative of your items below. Submissions will be reviewed by subject-matter experts, with a limited number invited for in-person review at the Cherokee National Research Center.

Items can include, but are not limited to, family heirlooms, artifacts, documents or other cultural items. Consultations are not appraisals and will focus on providing historic and cultural context.

The deadline for submissions is July 18.

First Name *

Last Name *

Email Address *

Phone Number *

Are you a citizen of the Cherokee Nation? *

Yes

No

Will you be in Tahlequah for the 73rd annual Cherokee National Holiday from Aug. 29 – 31? (Cherokee Nation will not be responsible for any travel, lodging, etc. Your presence is your own responsibility) *

Yes

No

Can you bring the item(s) with you? *

Yes

No

Collection Description

Describe the item(s) you are interested in sharing and learning more about. *

Attach at least one photograph of the item(s). Submissions without attachments will not be considered. *

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How long have you had this item? *

Where did you acquire this item? *

What is the connection to Cherokee history or culture? *

Last Name