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Cherokee Artists and Cherokee Stories with Davy Arch
Cherokee Heritage and Cultural Expert Nobody knows how long the Cherokee people have lived in the Great Smoky Mountains, but Cherokee stories describe hunts of the mastodon that once lived in the region nearly [...]
Stay in Eco-Friendly Hotels Near Maggie Valley (Plus 5 More Ways to be a Sustainable Traveler in the Smoky Mountains)
As more people are back out exploring our wonderful world post-pandemic, they are also becoming more aware of the environmental impact their travel has on the planet. Traveling in a thoughtful and sustainable way is [...]
Evolution of Dancing, Clogging, Flat Footing, Buck Dancing in the Smokies
The Cherokee Dance Traditions Traditional dance in the peaks and valleys of the Great Smoky Mountains is almost as old as the ancient mountain range itself. Thunderous drum beats, rhythmic Cherokee songs and chants, [...]