Mike Crowe Jr. shares the story of his tribe at the Museum of the Cherokee.
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The 1940s: Land of Blue Smoke
With the creation of the Qualla Boundary comes conflict — between two men determined to lead the Eastern band of Cherokee and within the tribe itself.
Heirloom Earth
Letting kids discover what’s just over the horizon requires trust and faith, and yields the stewards of tomorrow.
Photo Essay: Native North Carolina
Our eight state-recognized tribes each have their own stories and traditions, but they share an important bond, too: a love of this land that traces back to the first people who called it home.
Cherokee Stories Tell of Water’s Wisdom
The river knows best: It nourishes and guides, warns and welcomes. In Cherokee culture, river rituals and lore protect the mind, body, and spirit.
Studio Tour with Whittier’s Joel Queen
A member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee uses traditional techniques to keep the pottery of his ancestors alive.
Cherokee Flavor
Best known for its strong scent, the much-maligned ramp is enjoying an image makeover, thanks to its medicinal and culinary potential.
North Carolina’s High Road: The Cherohala Skyway
Only 18 miles of the Cherohala Skyway run across North Carolina. But those miles, cutting and rising above the Great Smoky Mountains, are some of the prettiest you’ll drive anywhere.
Breakfast in North Carolina: Peter’s Pancakes & Waffles
Michele Galloway and her husband, Dale, both teach in Cherokee and both love breakfast food. “Breakfast reminds me of weekends . . .
