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23Jan 19

Conference provides stories from the Trail of Tears

In October 2018, the Trail of Tears Association held a conference in Decatur, Alabama. This conference is held each year at a place that sits along the Trail of Tears. Attendees learn about routes taken by Native Americans during their forced removal from lands east of the Mississippi River. Ancestors…

12Aug 16

Two sisters trace their roots on the Trail of Tears

Two sisters embraced their Cherokee roots by hiking part of the Trail of Tears that their ancestor walked. They experienced some difficulties, but ultimately they found the experience to be rewarding. Read more about the sisters' hike on the Trail of Tears.

12Aug 16

Cherokee Nation contributes $500,000 to National Museum of the American Indian

The Cherokee Nation donated $500,000 to the Smithsonian National Museum for its new exhibition "Americans." The tribe said it is proud to contribute to the education of visitors on major moments in American history, including the Trail of Tears. The exhibit will open in fall 2017. Read more about the…

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National Museum of the American Indian Press News

National Museum of the American Indian in New York To Open Mili Kàpi Cafe Feb. 14

Posted: February 14, 2020, 2:50 pm

Women’s History Month Programs at the National Museum of the American Indian in New York

Posted: February 13, 2020, 11:44 am

Festivals, Performances, Screenings and Talks at the National Museum of the American Indian To Celebrate Native American Heritage Month

Posted: October 23, 2019, 6:59 pm

1784 Treaty of Fort Stanwix To Go On View at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian Beginning Oct. 17

Posted: October 8, 2019, 5:14 pm

Map: Trail of Tears

Video: The Trail of Tears: They Knew It was Wrong

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