Cultural Programs

Overview

The Tribe is committed to preserving, practicing, and sharing Cherokee cultural knowledge with respect and integrity. Our cultural programs reflect traditions passed down through generations and are rooted in lived experience, oral history, and community responsibility.

These programs exist to honor our ancestors, support cultural continuity, and foster understanding of Cherokee history and lifeways. They are offered as part of the Tribe’s ongoing commitment to cultural preservation and education.

Preserving Cherokee Traditions

Cultural preservation is an active, living responsibility. Through ceremony, storytelling, traditional practices, and community education, the Tribe works to ensure that Cherokee knowledge remains vibrant and respected.

Each cultural program reflects the Tribe’s values of respect for ancestors, stewardship of the land, and responsibility to future generations. Programs are guided by cultural protocols and are shared thoughtfully to maintain their meaning and integrity.

Cultural Knowledge & Education

The Tribe shares cultural knowledge through educational engagement that emphasizes accuracy, respect, and context. These efforts support learning across generations and provide opportunities for deeper understanding of Cherokee history and traditions.

Cultural programs may include traditional arts, oral history, music, dance, land-based knowledge, and heritage education. Together, they reflect the Tribe’s role as a living cultural presence within the Commonwealth of Virginia.

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Additional information about specific cultural programs can be found within this section, including cultural education, traditional drum, song and dance, archaeology education, and seed saving initiatives.

For organizations seeking to formally request cultural programs or educational services, please visit the Programs & Services section.