The Cherokee Nation in Georgia

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Dr. Lamar Sneed, Cherokee historian and Director of the Georgia Tribe of Eastern Cherokee, will discuss the history of the Cherokee people in Georgia, including:

• The removal of the indigenous population.
• The role the state of Georgia played in this infamous act.
• The federal government's position on the Cherokee removal at the time of the Indian Removal Act and their position today.

Historical documents on the Cherokee in Georgia provided by Dr. Sneed will be on display for viewing.

This program is intended for adults, and no registration is required.

About the Georgia Tribe of Eastern Cherokee

The purpose of the Georgia Tribe of Eastern Cherokee is to promote and preserve the culture, history, and traditions of the Cherokee people of Georgia, and to further promote and encourage educational pursuits and opportunities, as well as all aspects concerning health, welfare, and wellbeing of the Cherokee people. The organization's goal is to help and assist people of the Cherokee descent and the general public in learning about and preserving the history, culture and traditions of the Cherokee people, especially in Georgia. The tribe's hope is to build and establish a modern day museum, Council Grounds, and audio visual learning center for all Georgians and visitors to learn from and enjoy the history and culture of its Cherokee people, past and present.

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