Built in 1884, the Saline Courthouse is the only one of nine original Cherokee district courthouses in Cherokee Nation still standing today. Located near Rose, Oklahoma, it sits on 14 rural acres, along with a springhouse and historic cemetery. Though it only served as a courthouse for 14 years, the site has a rich history and features rotating exhibits on the history and culture of the Cherokee Nation. Tour the site and surrounding grounds to experience the history of Cherokee justice and more.
The Center of It All: Betty Jo Smith and Her Legacy
This exhibit showcases her legacy through recipes and art spanning multiple generations of the Smith family. The exhibit will run at the Saline Courthouse Museum in Rose, Oklahoma from May 20, 2025, through September 13, 2025.
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