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Cherokee Historical Association operates Oconaluftee Indian Village living history museum and Unto These Hills outdoor drama in Cherokee, NC Gates open at 7pm.
Travel to Cherokee, North Carolina and visit the Cultural District to see Cherokee history and culture come to life. We operate Oconaluftee Indian Village living history site and Mountainside Theatre, home of Unto These Hills outdoor drama. Oconaluftee Indian Village:
Step back in time at the Village. Our knowledgeable tour guides, dressed in 18th century attire, guide you through the Village. Alo
06/01/2026
Happy Pride Month from Cherokee Historical Association!
Indigenous communities across North America have historically recognized and accepted LGBTQIA2S+ identities. Today, the Indigenous term most commonly used is "two-spirit," but most tribes have specific terms in their own languages for the social and spiritual roles that two-spirit individuals fill.
We proudly support our LGBTQIA2S+ staff and community members and wish you all a Happy Pride! ❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜🩷🖤🤍🤎
06/01/2026
Oconaluftee Indian Village is now open on Mondays!
We're open 6 days a week through the summertime. Join us Mondays through Saturdays to immerse yourself in authentic Cherokee history and culture with guided tours and live demonstrations
Our hours are 9:30am to 5:30pm, with last entry at 4:30pm. Guided tours, included with your ticket, begin approximately every 15 minutes. Dance demonstrations and/or storytelling take place at noon and 3pm, conditions permitting. The gift shop and concession stand are open until 4:30pm
Plan your visit now at https://cherokeehistorical.org/attractions/oconaluftee-indian-village-cherokee/
The Beaver Dance demonstrated at Oconaluftee Indian Village living history museum in Cherokee, NC. A fan favorite social dance, hard to film but so fun to watch
The dancers imitate hunting the beaver while two dancers at the front control a stuffed beaver on a string. The dancers love to get the audience involved while they’re searching all around the square grounds on their beaver hunt. And the two with the strings love to make it hard for their friends to get the beaver
Remember, the dances we demonstrate at Oconaluftee Indian Village are Cherokee social dances. They are not sacred or ceremonial dances which is why they can be shown to the public. They are meant to be fun for the community. They’re also not the powwow style dances you may be familiar with, as those are more modern and are done today for competition
05/30/2026
Unto These Hills outdoor drama opens tonight at Mountainside Theatre!
Join us for opening night of the 2026 season of Unto These Hills. We've got an amazing, talented cast bringing you the story of the Cherokee people. From first contact with Europeans, through the removal west on the infamous Trail of Tears, Unto These Hills is full of drama, excitement, and special effects. This unique experience in Cherokee, NC is sure to be an unforgettable evening for the entire family
Gates open at 7pm and pre-show entertainment begins at 7:30pm. The show begins at 8pm and runs approximately 2 hours. Tickets are available at the door, or you can book in advance at CherokeeHistorical.org. See you tonight!
05/29/2026
Check out some of the awesome vendors that will be present at our Unto These Hills Art Market on May 30th!
You can find these vendors and more on opening night of Unto These Hills at Mountainside Theatre. Gates open at 7pm, so come early and shop before the show!
05/28/2026
05/28/2026
Book now and save with Package Deals!
Save money during your trip to Cherokee, NC by booking a Package Deal with CHA. Package Deals include a guided tour of Oconaluftee Indian Village and reserved seating at Unto These Hills outdoor drama. You can attend both attractions on the same day, or spread them out to fit your schedule
Oconaluftee Indian Village is open now through October 31st. Closed on Sundays and select Mondays. Hours are 9:30am to 5:30pm, with last entry at 4:30pm. Guided tours begin approximately every 15 minutes. Dance demonstrations and/or storytelling take place at noon and 3pm, conditions permitting
Unto These Hills runs May 30th through August 22nd. Closed on Sundays. Gates open at 7pm and pre-show entertainment begins at 7:30pm, conditions permitting. Show begins at 8pm and runs approximately 2 hours
Package Deals are $60 for adults, and $40 for youth, excluding fees. Children ages 5 and under receive free admission to both attractions. Contact us for discounts for schools, homeschools, and parties of 15 people or more
Plan your visit now at CherokeeHistorical.org
05/27/2026
Reminder - Community Preview Nights are Thursday and Friday!
Cherokee Historical Association invites the local community to preview Unto These Hills outdoor drama before it opens to the public. All EBCI enrolled members, local community members, and Qualla Boundary businesses are welcome to attend. Admission to Community Preview Nights is free. Our concessions and retail stands will be open
If you can't make it this week, we hope you'll join us for a performance this summer. Enrolled members of the EBCI receive two free tickets per enrollment number and may purchase additional tickets for $7 each. Book in person or give us a call at 828-497-2111
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564 Tsali Boulevard
Cherokee, NC
28719