Historic Buildings
Cherokee National Prison
This sandstone building was erected in 1874 and originally had three stories. The third story was removed in 1925. The building and grounds were once enclosed by a high board fence, and gallows stood on the west side of the enclosure. At statehood, Cherokee County began using this as a jail until a new county jail was built a few years ago.
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Cherokee Heritage Center
The Cherokee Heritage Center, operated by the Cherokee National Historical Society, is located three miles…
Learn more →Cherokee Supreme Court Building
This structure was built in 1845 by James S. Pierce to house the Cherokee National…
Learn more →Adams Corner Rural Village
Adams Corner Rural Village is a detailed reconstruction of a small crossroads community of 1875…
Learn more →Cherokee Square Monuments
Several monuments of interest have been erected on Cherokee Square surrounding the Capitol Building.* Monument…
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Events in Tahlequah
Apr–Jun
16–6
Trail of Tears Art Show and Sale
Apr
17–18
Smallmouth Rendezvous and Fly Tying Extravaganza
May
9
1850s Lawn Social at the Murrell Home
May
16
Cherokee Games: Cornstalk and Blowgun Shoot
Jun
5–6
Hillbilly Hoedown
Aug
8–16
Cherokee Homecoming Art Show & Sale
Aug
14–16
Cherokee National Holiday
Aug
14–16
Cherokee Heritage Center Arts and Crafts Show
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