Tishominko: Last Great Warrior Leader

Brad Lieb

Tishominko was the most famous Chickasaw leader and warrior from the early 19th century. "Tishominko," like "Piominko," is a title name rather than a name given at birth. "Tishominko" means "Speaker for the Minko," indicating this person was a gifted orator.

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Tishominko: Hall of Fame

2011 Inductee
Born in Mississippi, Chickasaw leader Tishominko has come to be remembered as one of the last great minkos of the Chickasaws.

Tishominko: Warrior & Standard Bearer

Dr. Amanda Cobb-Greetham, Director of Native American Studies, University of Oklahoma
Amanda Cobb-Greetham explains how Tishominko has come to represent the best of what it means to be Chickasaw.

Tishominko Was Jailed for Upholding Tribal Law

Jeannie Barbour, former Chickasaw Press Director
Before removal, the great and highly respected Chickasaw warrior Tishominko was put in jail.

September 1, 2011 - Chickasaw Hall of Fame

Chickasaw Nation News
Three new inductees to the Chickasaw Nation Hall of Fame are recognized for their contributions to the tribe at this year's ceremony.

Lisa Talks about Tishomingo

Lisa Billy
Lisa considers Tishomingo and the Chickasaw Cultural Center in Sulphur, an attraction with global tourism appeal.