28m

Chickasaw Lawmen in Indian Territory

S4 • E2

• Winter Fire

The stories of brave Chickasaw lawmen, including the heroic Lighthorsemen, comes to life in this depiction of life in 19th century Indian Territory.

30m

Tribal Resurgence

S3 • E2

• Winter Fire

The survival of the Chickasaw Nation as a thriving sovereign nation is a true testament of leadership, determination and cultural identity.

15m

Arrival In Indian Territory—Fort Washita

S1 • E4

• Winter Fire

Challenges encountered in Indian Territory by the newly relocated Chickasaws led to the construction of Fort Washita.

25m

And Our Mothers Cried

S1 • E1

• Winter Fire

For several generations of Native American children the reality of the late 19th and early 20th centuries meant separation from their families.

21m

The Voices of Our Ancestors

S1 • E2

• Winter Fire

For centuries, Chickasaw passed down their sacred stories in their native tongue as oral histories, keeping the voices of their ancestors alive.

31m

The Ancient Game of Stickball

S4 • E3

• Winter Fire

Discover the ancient game of stickball and the players who are passionate about preserving this age-old tradition.

20m

Ethnobotany

S2 • E1

• Winter Fire

See the story of the ancient Chickasaws' versatile use of plant life in the Homeland and Indian Territory.

22m

Chickasaw Warriors

S4 • E1

• Winter Fire

Dive into the history of the legendary warrior spirit that connects generations of heroic Chickasaws.

23m

Chickasaw Explorers 2019

S3 • E1

• Winter Fire

Historical markers can be erected and books can be written, but retracing the steps of ancestors is a powerful experience for those who walk the path.

19m

Clans to Constitutions

S2 • E2

• Winter Fire

From the ancient clan system to modern constitutions, the Chickasaws have always valued sovereignty and self-governance through customs or laws.

29m

Traditional Medicine

S1 • E3

• Winter Fire

Learn about the ancient methods of traditional Chickasaw healers—and the contemporary seekers after their vanishing knowledge.

19m

Chickasaw Explorers 2018

S2 • E3

• Winter Fire

See the life-changing journey to the Homeland that bonded ten Chickasaw students together and strengthened the connection to their ancestors.

Winter Fire

A Chickasaw Storytellers' Series

• Winter Fire

Winter Fire is a documentary series sharing stories related to Chickasaw history, culture, people and present-day tribal issues.

1m 30s

First Look: And Our Mothers Cried

A Chickasaw Storytellers' Series

• Winter Fire

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many Native American children experienced a harsh reality.

1m

First Look: Winter Fire Season 4

A Chickasaw Storytellers' Series

• Winter Fire

Season 4 of Winter Fire highlights the spirit of Chickasaw warriors, the ancient game of stickball and the Chickasaw lawmen of Indian Territory.

1m

First Look: Clans to Constitutions

A Chickasaw Storytellers' Series

• Winter Fire

Coming soon, explore the clan system of the Chickasaw people, an ancient societal structure passed down from generation to generation.

1m

First Look: Traditional Medicine

A Chickasaw Storytellers' Series

• Winter Fire

Coming on June 11, learn about traditional Chickasaw healers and the contemporary seekers after their vanishing knowledge.

1m

First Look: Chickasaw Explorers 2018

A Chickasaw Storytellers' Series

Coming soon, journey to the homelands with a group of young Chickasaws for a life-changing experience that awakens the connection to their ancestors.

1m 30s

First Look: Arrival in Indian Territory—Fort Washita

A Chickasaw Storytellers' Series

• Winter Fire

Coming on September 11, watch how the relocated Chickasaws faced conflicts and challenges as they reestablished their homes in Indian Territory.

1m 30s

First Look: The Voices of Our Ancestors

A Chickasaw Storytellers' Series

• Winter Fire

For centuries, the spoken words of Chickasaw have carried the tribe's stories from one generation to the next.

1m

First Look: Ethnobotany

A Chickasaw Storytellers' Series

• Winter Fire

Coming March 1, see the story of the ancient Chickasaws' knowledge and careful use of their homeland's plant life.