Te Ata: A JudyLee Oliva Production

Experience Chickasaw History and Culture

In celebration of the premiere of JudyLee Oliva's theatrical production, Te Ata, this film presents a short but fascinating biography of the woman who inspired a nation. Learn more in Te Ata: Chickasaw Storyteller, American Treasure by tribal historian Richard Green.

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Te Ata: Inspirational Storyteller

Lisa Billy
Lisa Billy recounts the ways in which the renowned Chickasaw Te Ata Fisher contradicted the norms of her day.

Te Ata: The Emerging Artist

Lona Barrick
Lona Barrick illustrates the charismatic charm Te Ata exhibited throughout her very successful career.

Te Ata: An Inspiration to Us All

Lona Barrick
Lona Barrick explains how Te Ata became honored as Oklahoma's "first cultural treasure."

Te Ata: An Oklahoma Treasure

Mason Cole
Te Ata was a force of nature. Even in her old age, she was still entertaining audiences with tales of her people, the Chickasaws.

Te Ata, the Play by Dr. JudyLee Oliva

Lona Barrick
Dr. JudyLee Oliva's play Te Ata recounts the fascinating journey of this Chickasaw icon.

JudyLee Oliva: Quiet Power

Meet Our People – The Enduring Spirit of the Chickasaw Nation
JudyLee Oliva explains that, to her, being Chickasaw means being in possession of a "quiet power that gets things done."