Chouteau Day
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In 1796 Jean Pierre Chouteau established the first trading junction of the Grand/Neosho River and Saline Creek, near the community that is today Salina. Take a step back in time and celebrate the beginning heritage.
Music Festival, Parade, Kids Zone, Taco-Eating Contest, Indian Taco Competition, Vendors, Crafts with Demonstrations , Pancake Breakfast, Cornhole Tournament and much, much more.
Chouteau Day
Phone : 918-824-9730 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : chamber@salinaok.org
Web: salinaok.org
Festivals
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Tsa-La-Gi Ancient Village
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Tahlequah, OK Markers
The Cherokee Advocate
The Cherokee Advocate
Vol 1, Tahlequah, Cherokee Nation, Thursday, September 9, 1844
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