In our Cherokee Almanac, we explore the image of Sequoyah, a well-known and beloved figure in Cherokee history for bringing literacy to our people. But how much do we really know about him? We take a closer look at the portrait behind nearly every present-day image of Sequoyah.

The forced removal of Cherokee people to a strange new land in the west brought about changes in the traditional plants, materials and other aspects of daily life. In this Cherokee Almanac, we explore the ways in which our ancestors held on to their culture in a turbulent time.

In this Cherokee Almanac, we look back at the murder trial of Archilla Smith. His trial would play a pivotal role in the evolution of the Cherokee judicial system not long after Cherokees were removed to Indian Territory.

In this Cherokee Almanac, we look back at a time when Cherokee leaders understood that education was key in preparing their people for the challenges ahead in Indian Territory. We explore the Cherokee Public Schools Act and how our tribe was strengthened and united through education.

In this Cherokee Almanac, we explore how many aspects of American life were adopted by some Cherokees who viewed assimilation as the best survival tactic against American expansion. One such adoption was the practice of chattel slavery. We look back on an uncomfortable part of Cherokee history, the Cherokee Slave Revolt of 1842.

In this Cherokee Almanac we learn why Fort Gibson was created in Indian Territory and how the fort impacted Cherokee Nation throughout the 19th century.

In this Cherokee Almanac, we explore Cherokee involvement in the Battle of Pea Ridge. Despite attempts to remain neutral during the U.S. Civil War, the Cherokee Nation found itself drawn into conflict and divided. Nowhere was that more evident than during this pivotal battle.