Culture Nanna Móma Chikasha

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Woven Mats

 S4 • E3
6m

Duck Decoys

 S5 • E6
1m 30s

Putting Prayer Into My Pottery

 Joanna Underwood Blackburn

Chickasaw White House

 Built in 1885, this historic landmark was the home of Chickasaw Governor Douglas H. Johnston

Dr. JudyLee Oliva

 Celebrated writer known for bringing the story of Te Ata to life

Thrive: Traditions

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Thrive Traditions is an ongoing video series to connect Chickasaw citizens to tribal traditions and culture keepers.
6 Seasons • 60 Episodes
Meet the Chickasaw Culture Keepers

Meet the Chickasaw Culture Keepers

Thrive: Traditions highlights Chickasaw artisans who breathe new life into cultural traditions like basket weaving, pottery and beading.

Culture Keepers

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Experience Chickasaw traditions that have withstood the test of time.

Crafts

 Explore Chickasaw Creative Traditions
From pottery and flute-making to weaving and beading, experience the rich heritage of crafting in the Chickasaw Nation.

Regalia

 A Legacy of Artistry and Tradition
Traditional Chickasaw regalia gives a glimpse of the rich cultural heritage of this great Indian Nation.

Drummers

 Timeless Music
Discover the spiritual art of Native American percussion – a musical passion that has echoed across generations.

Dancers

 Sacred Steps
Tribal dances are still an integral part of Chickasaw culture – celebrating the tribe's musical and spiritual connection to the earth.

River Culture

 An Enduring Connection
The Mississippi River provided an essential resource for the tribe's people: river cane.

Destinations

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Discover the different historical landmarks, museums and cultural centers that can enrich your understanding of Chickasaw history.

View By State

 Important Sites of Chickasaw History
Explore historical Chickasaw locations by state.

View By Category

 Important Sites of Chickasaw History
Experience Chickasaw culture at various locations by category.

Traditional Stories

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Long before the written word, the Chickasaws respected and honored the keepers of traditional stories. With each generation, such stories were passed down to the next. Once a keeper was given the oral stories, his or her responsibility was to continue the tribe's legacy.

Storytellers

 Continuing the Chickasaw Legacy
Meet Chickasaw storytellers – passionate about their heritage and preserving the tribe's culture through ancient tales.

Stories

 Shaping Culture Throughout Time
From the story of creation to the legend of the great flood, hear Chickasaw stories that have been passed down for generations.

The Importance of Storytelling

 Uniting Chickasaws Of All Generations
Storytelling not only preserves Chickasaw history – it unites the Chickasaw people through their common ancestry.

Artists

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Chickasaw artists speak of our past, present and future with voices heard through paint and canvas, metal, glass, textiles, music and performance.

Metalworkers & Jewelers

 The Art of Chickasaw Metalwork and Jewelry Design
Chickasaw metal artists express their connection to the tribe's culture through unique materials – creating elaborate metal and jewelry designs.

Painters & Illustrators

 Visual Storytelling
Explore the American Indian art disciplines of painting and illustrating in-depth. Hear the inspiring stories behind these works of art.

Potters & Weavers

 Ancient Arts, Living Traditions
Meet Chickasaw artists skilled in the tribal art disciplines of pottery and weaving. These ancient art forms embody Chickasaw culture.

Sculptors

 Three-Dimensional Artistry
View the works of Chickasaw sculptors who have captured the strength and bravery of the ancient Chickasaws.

Fashion

 Traditional and Contemporary Chickasaw Dress
Traditional regalia and modern interpretations by the Chickasaw people.

Musicians & Composers

 Artists
Discover the spiritual Chickasaw art of music – a passion that has resonated across generations. Experience these beautiful melodies for yourself.

Singers & Dancers

 Multidimensional Performers
Meet the performers who convey their proud Chickasaw legacy through song and dance. Celebrate the expressive Chickasaw performing arts.

Actors

 Bringing Stories to Life
Experts in conveying human emotion, these Chickasaw actors are extremely talented.

Humanities

 Chickasaw Voices
Discover a vibrant world of creativity. Come celebrate the Chickasaw arts.

One Tribe One Mission

"Our mission to enhance the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people will continue to serve as our guidepost as we work together to build an even brighter future"

Bill Anoatubby, Governor

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