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| 564 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC, 28719 | |
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Specialties
Once you are at the Village, you will see that it’s more than just a place. It is also a time: 1760. The best way to get there is to un-tether yourself from the world that you know. Turn off your stress. Put your watch in your pocket. Sit under the trees, breathe the pure mountain air, and notice that the only sounds here come from nature. No cars. No blaring TVs. And instead of burnt fossil fuel, the faint tang of wood smoke wafts by on the breeze. Follow it. Embrace it at your own pace. As you step into the Oconaluftee Indian Village, you’re transported back to witness the challenges of Cherokee life at a time of rapid cultural change. This year for the first time, visitors will be able to take self-guided tours to explore the historic events and figures of the 1760’s. Visitors can interact with villagers as they participate in their daily activities. The Village also hosts live reenactments, interactive demonstrations, and Hands-On Cherokee Pottery for Kids classes.
History
Established in 1948.
The Cherokee Historical Association, a non-profit organization, was founded in 1948 and is located in the heart of the Cherokee Cultural District. Our mission is to «perpetuate and preserve the history and culture of the Cherokee People.»
We accomplish our mission through the operation of two cultural attractions; the Oconaluftee Indian Village living history site and the renowned outdoor drama Unto These Hills.
Meet the Manager
Laura B.
Manager
Laura, born and raised in Cherokee, NC. I graduated with honors from Cherokee High School and attended Western Carolina University. I graduated in 2006 with a BS degree. I worked at Proctor Hodge Architecture from 2005 – 2009 as the lead Interior Designer. In 2007 I became Vice President of Division 9 Cherokee. Throughout high school and college I worked at the Oconaluftee Indian Village as a tour guide and have always loved the organization. In March 2010 I accepted the Program & Education Resource Manager position at the Cherokee Historical Association which allowed me to work closely with Village programming. I helped restructure the Village to become more successful than in recent years. In 2011 I became the Village manager and continued to improve programs and offerings to our customer base. With hard work I was able to quickly climb the ranks and have recently been appointed the Village director position.
