Tahlequah - Cherokee Heritage Center

Adams Corner is located south of Tahlequah. It is a reconstructed rural community dating from 1875 to 1890, the final years of the Old Cherokee Nation.

The Cherokee National Museum in Tahlequah features exhibits including the annual Trail of Tears Art Show and the National Archives (the legal depository of Cherokee Nation documents).

The Trail of Tears art show has promoted the development of painting as a way to express Native American Heritage. It was established in 1972.

The museum is located in a building designed by Cherokee architect Charles "Chief" Boyd.

The Tsa-La-Gi Ancient Village is located south of Tahlequah. It recreates the lifestyle of the Cherokees during the 16th century, prior to European contact. Visitors can watch villagers going about their daily routine including preparing food, making arrowheads and weapons, weaving baskets and working with clay, pottery and beads.