Museum of the Cherokee Indian: Explore Current Exhibits

Experience the rich history and culture of the Cherokee People at the Cherokee Indian Museum. Skip the line and explore the fascinating exhibits, including the captivating ‘Story of the Cherokee’.

Duration: 1 day
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - Learn about the Cherokee people at the Museum of the Cherokee Indian. Your general admission ticket includes access to the museum and the following exhibits.
    Story of the Cherokees: 13,000 Years
    Voted Top Ten best Native American Experiences by USA TODAY, you’ll experience 13,000 years of Cherokee history, from the…
What's Included
  • Admission ticket to the Museum of the Cherokee Indian
What's Not Included
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information

Our mission is to perpetuate the history, culture and stories of the Cherokee people. Please note that the Museum’s main exhibition (1998-2023) is closed as our organization begins a multiyear renovation project. Your general admission ticket includes access to the Museum’s current changing exhibition, the Charles George Beloved Veterans Hall, and the…

Location
Museum of the Cherokee Indian
Highway 441 and Drama Road
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Terrestrialguardian
Sep 22, 2024
If in Gatlinburg Area- Make the Short Trip! - My two teens and myself absolutely cherish this place. While in the Gatlinburg area, we were headed home, but we are so glad that we turned around to visit. The actual museum was pretty underwhelming for so much history that is out there of the Cherokee nation. The staff there weren’t the friendliest either… But- We heard about the play “Unto These Hills” and will be returning to see that! The bears all around town are so appreciated!!!
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665keltona
Jul 12, 2024
Very friendly staff! - The museum is being renovated and they only have 2 rooms and the gift shop open to the public. But it was really nice and the folks working were really nice and friendly. The gift shop was decent and they had a good variety.
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Blutolo
Aug 16, 2024
Great stop before getting to the Smokey Mountains Park. - When we went they only had two exhibits but the main exhibit was still under construction. The information they had in these exhibits was very informative. It is a great stop before you get to the Smokey mountains.
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Wander779648
Jul 25, 2024
My views - I visited before COVID, this time I went in July 2024. Nice place to visit but sorry to say I thought some of their items were a tab bit pricey. T-shirts $29.00, seem like good quality, sweatshirts $65.00. I think the prices could have been a tab bit cheaper.
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Paleogypsy
Jul 11, 2024
Visiting the Museum - The parking lot is located next to the museum. Follow the signs to enter the building. The bathrooms are located where you enter. Pay your admission. When viewing the art, you may choose to go to the right to view a variety of art or go left to view recently-made pottery. Depending upon your level of interest, you may spend less than one hour here. General admission is $8 per person. Parking is free..
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Bbh9072016
Sep 14, 2024
Not Much To See - This museum is undergoing renovations and a lot of it is closed.There are only 2 sections open for viewing,so there really isn't much to see.I think we were there for about half an hour and saw what was there.If in the area I'd make the stop but I wouldn't go out of my way.
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Michelle_p
Jul 2, 2024
Disappointed that the cultural experts were not there like the website said. - My grandson loved the wrestling rope. My granddaughters liked the bear mask. The man working on the ladder in the gift shop was very kind.
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Fredmv2319jl
Jul 9, 2024
Depressing - One room, no artifacts. The curator was telling us about white people. It appears to me Cherokee NC has been a tourist destination catering to white people since its conception. Don’t go.
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Cmarunde
Jun 4, 2024
Best to wait until renovation is done - The museum is under some sort of renovation, there is not much to see. It's a Small space. With a few pictures a couple clothing items but not too much more.
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Carolinedv5343sd
May 22, 2024
Wont visit again - Visited may 5th , was only one room with almost nothing in it, payed the full amount and theye were renovating , what a scam
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1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).