Experience a live drama that offers a thoughtful reinterpretation of Cherokee history, blending traditional values with modern perspectives.
Begin your visit with a quiet moment of anticipation as the performance unfolds, guiding you through a narrative that spans from the era preceding the Trail of Tears to the present day.
The production opens with the arrival of Spanish explorer Hernando DeSoto in 1540 and continues with the discovery of gold in Cherokee County in 1835—events that significantly affected Cherokee lands and cultural practices. Subsequent policies influenced by Manifest Destiny increased pressures on Cherokee autonomy, leading to the story of Tsali and his family. The play concludes with evocative imagery that symbolises the resilience and enduring spirit of the Cherokee people.
