Since Cherokee people first told the story of the Water Spider who delivered the gift of fire in a vessel of her own invention, art has carried the soul of Cherokee culture.
A new exhibit, “Since the First Fire: The Living Legacy of Cherokee Art,” explores the endurance of Cherokee artistic creation and features multiple artworks by Cherokee Nation artists illustrating its evolution through the generations.
The exhibit will be on display at the Cherokee National History Museum from August 19, 2025, through March 21, 2026.
Plan your visit to experience this powerful tribute to the creativity, resilience and ongoing cultural legacy of the Cherokee people.
