In just a short drive from Tulsa in Cherokee Nation’s capital city of Tahlequah, you’ll find a collection of cultural sites that make the perfect day trip for you and your family. This includes the Cherokee National History Museum, offering an overview of the tribe’s history from pre-European contact through the Trail of Tears and the revitalization of the tribe after the American Civil War.

A short walk south utilizing the Cherokee Cultural Pathway will lead you to both the Cherokee National Supreme Court and the Cherokee National Prison Museums.

As the oldest government building still standing in Oklahoma today, the Supreme Court Museum educates visitors on the evolution of Cherokee Nation’s judicial system. The site also shares a connection to the Cherokee Advocate and Cherokee Phoenix newspapers with the original printing press on display.

Serving as the only penitentiary building in Indian Territory from 1875 to 1901, the Cherokee National Prison Museum offers a unique perspective on law and order in Indian Territory and shares details about daring escapes, notable prisoners and more.

Additionally, Cherokee Nation holds several family-friendly events at these sites throughout the year. For more information or to plan your trip, go to www.VisitCherokeeNation.com.