Sharing the history, culture, and triumphant story of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
Who We Are
Cherokee Historical Association is a 501(c)3 nonprofit operating on the Qualla Boundary in Cherokee, North Carolina. We operate Oconoluftee Indian Village living history museum and Mountainside Theatre, which is the home of Unto These Hills outdoor drama.
My husband and I had a wonderful time during our visit. We learned a lot about the Cherokee and it was wonderful to see them demonstrate skills such as weaving, woodcarving and beadwork. It was also fascinating to see the example of a village. Everyone was very friendly and knowledgeable. — Shannon D.
Plan Your Visit
Oconaluftee Indian Village is open each year from mid-April through the end of October. Unto These Hills outdoor drama is open in the summer months from late-May through mid-August.
Support Us
We rely on the generosity of donors and patrons like you to support our mission. Help us continue to share Cherokee history and culture with the world.
This play was excellent. The actors were amazing and the story obviously heart breaking. Reading about history in a book is much different than seeing in played out in front of you. I highly recommend everyone visiting Cherokee make time for this. — Heather C.