KNOW BEFORE YOU GO. Cherokee Heritage Center Cherokee Ancestry Conference JUNE 9TH AND 10TH, 2017 TAHLEQUAH, OKLAHOMA. Cherokee Heritage Center

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1 Cherokee Heritage Center Cherokee Ancestry Conference JUNE 9TH AND 10TH, 2017 TAHLEQUAH, OKLAHOMA KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Cherokee Heritage Center Primary Business Address PO Box 515 Tahlequah, OK Phone: Toll Free: Fax:

2 Cherokee Ancestry Conference is right around the corner. We hope the information below will assist you in making your trip to Tahlequah, Oklahoma an enjoyable one. Training Location: Osiyo Training Room US-62 There are plenty parking spaces around the building and an available overflow in front of the Cherokee Nation Tribal complex. On-Site Registration: Registration will open at 8:00 am on Friday June 9th, 2017 WIFI: Complimentary Wi-Fi will be available to all attendees. Breakfast and Lunches:: We will provide complimentary breakfast items and drinks to be available both days. We have a restaurant on site called the Restaurant of the Cherokees that can be used on both days of the conference.. We also have afternoon snacks. Attire: Attendees generally wear business casual attire. You should dress comfortable for the long sessions of genealogical power point presentations. Transportation: Attendees will organize their own transportation and accommodations during the duration of the two-day conference. Below are a few car rental options:

3 Enterprise Rent-A-Car Tulsa International Airport Tulsa, OK (918) Budget Car Rental Tulsa International Airport Tulsa, OK (918) Enterprise Rent-A-Car Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport 1 Airport Blvd. #105 Bentonville, AR (479) Hertz Rental Car Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport Passenger Terminal 1 Airport Blvd #106 Bentonville, AR (479) Safety and Emergencies The safety and security of attendees is of the utmost importance to the Cherokee Heritage Center (CHC). Should any emergency arise, please locate a CHC staff member immediately. W.W. Hastings Hospital (CDIB Required) 100 Bliss Ave (918)

4 Northeastern Health Hospital 1400 E. Downing St. (918) Northeastern Health System Urgent Care 1203 E. Ross Street Suite #A (918) Places to Stay 66 Quick Stop & R.V. Park 4600 S. Muskogee Ave (918) Blue Feather/Blue Fern Bed and Breakfast 224 W Chickasaw Street (918) Comfort Inn and Suites 101 Reasor Street (918) Days Inn 701 Holiday Drive (918)

5 Holiday Inn Express 2143 Mahaney Ave (918) Oak Hill Inn & Suites 2600 S. Muskogee Ave (918) Super Inn & Suites 1101 E. Downing (918) Tahlequah Motor Lodge 2501 S. Muskogee (918) Tenkiller Lodge Hwy 82 Park Hill, OK (918) Terrapin Peak Bed, Breakfast & Beyond W. 921 Road Cookson, OK (918)

6 The Mary Geasland Guest House 215 West Morgan Street Tahlequah, Ok (918) The Purdy Cabin Guest Retreat N 556 Road Tahlequah, Ok (918) Tahlequah, Oklahoma Tahlequah is a city in Cherokee County, Oklahoma, United States located at the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. Below are a few attractions in the area. Cherokee National Supreme Court Museum This structure was built on the southeastern corner of Tahlequah town square in 1844 by James S. Pierce to house the Cherokee National Supreme Court. It also features pieces in three historic areas including the Cherokee national judicial system, the Cherokee Advocate and Phoenix newspaper and the Cherokee language with a variety of historical items including photos, stories, objects and furniture. The Cherokee Heritage Center Since 1967, the Cherokee Heritage center has been committed to telling the story of the Cherokee people. The Cherokee Heritage center was built on the original site of the Cherokee National Female Seminary. The Cherokee Heritage Center includes the Diligwa-1710 Cherokee Village, Adams Corner Rural Village, Cherokee Family Research Center and Cherokee National Archives. Lake Tenkiller Tenkiller is nestled in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains, surround with dogwood forests, hilly terrain and beautiful foliage from spring until fall.

7 Illinois River Float Trips and Camping Winding through the Cookson Hills of northeastern Oklahoma is sparking, 60 miles plus scenic waterway. The Illinois River cuts through steep and rocky bluffs, creating a breathtaking landscapes for visitors. Cherokee National Prison Museum The Cherokee National Prison was the only penitentiary building in the entire Indian Territory from 1875 to It housed sentenced or accused prisoners from throughout the territory. It was built in 1875 and was created for the purpose of reformation as well as for punishment for offenders.