Native Oklahoma

DURANT, Okla. – The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma has been recognized as one of 84 economic development organizations accredited by International Economic Development Council (IEDC) as an Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO). The Choctaw Nation is the first Native American tribe to receive this accreditation. The AEDO designation places the Choctaw

DURANT, Okla. – A new exhibit at the Choctaw Cultural Center offers a look at cultural preservation through the works of Choctaw artist Kristin Gentry. “Akshish Hlampko Chahta Ohoyo I Shilombish Kamvssa” or “Resilient Roots: The Unyielding Spirit of the Choctaw Woman” is open to the public now through April 17,

Oklahoma legislator will vacate seat for tribal liaison position in Tulsa For the first time, Tulsa will have a director of tribal policy and partnerships. Current Rep. Amanda Swope (D-Tulsa) will take on the role for newly elected Mayor Monroe Nichols.  By Katie Hallum (ᏧᏟ), KOSU A member of the

The first Chickasaws to arrive in Indian Territory during Removal in the late 1830s could scarcely have imagined the growth and expansive impact the tribe would have as it grew into the 21st century. Historians often debate whether times make the people, or people make the times. Perhaps arguments can

New York, NY – Sky-Eagle Collection, the celebrated Indigenous fashion house founded by Osage designer and U.S. military veteran Dante Biss-Grayson and his family, proudly returns to New York Fashion Week with the debut of its “Red Line Collection.” This special showcase, produced by Break Free, will take place on

Cherokee Nation celebrates 5-day schools being placed into trust After 40 years of negotiations with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, the deeds to the land where five-day schools were located belong to the Cherokee Nation again.  By Katie Hallum (ᏧᏟ), KOSU Day schools featured prominently during the boarding school-era. More

DURANT, Oklahoma – The American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA) has named the Choctaw Cultural Center its Best Cultural Heritage Experience. The award was given as part of the Excellence in Tourism Industry Awards. “It’s an honor to recognize the Choctaw Cultural Center for their incredible achievements as the