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Legendary War Chief, Oconostota | Periscope

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Legendary War Chief, Oconostota | Periscope
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Oconostota: The original site of Echota was flooded while building a lake, but prior to its loss, archaeologist John Green discovered the grave site of the legendary war chief, Oconostota. Photo...
Cherokee Government, Trade & More | Periscope

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Cherokee Government, Trade & More | Periscope
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The Cherokee had a system of government, trade and a religious order. The Cherokee also had a capital city. In the 1700s, the capital of the Cherokee tribe was Echota, which means "a peaceful place."...
Chapter 1: The Early Cherokee | Periscope

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Chapter 1: The Early Cherokee | Periscope
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The group of Native Americans known as the Cherokee have lived in the southeastern United States for thousands of years. Their population at one time numbered over 20,000 people. Before the 1800s...
Snowbird Cherokee | Periscope

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Snowbird Cherokee | Periscope
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More than likely, you have heard of the Cherokee Indian tribe. Before the 1800s, they were one of the largest tribes in the eastern United States. After the 1800s, the Cherokee people still living in...
Between the Waters Learning Activity About Between the Waters

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About Between the Waters
Between the Waters is a production of South Carolina ETV and is funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities and Humanities South Carolina. The first project about Hobcaw Barony produced by...
Dreamcatcher | Periscope

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Dreamcatcher | Periscope
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We saw many Native American crafts at the powwow. Jewelry, clothing, and crafts such as "dreamcatchers" were popular items. The origin of the dreamcatcher is hard to determine. Different tribes...
Arts, Crafts and Food! Fry Bread | Periscope

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Arts, Crafts and Food! Fry Bread | Periscope
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Arts, Crafts and Food! Have you ever tasted fry bread or made a dreamcatcher? Powwows are great places to experience Native American crafts, clothing and food. Fry bread can be found at most powwows...
The Grass Dance | Periscope

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The Grass Dance | Periscope
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The Grass Dance originated with northern tribes, and was eventually passed down to southern tribes. It gets its name from the tradition of tying sweetgrass to the belts of the dancers. Today, the...
The Jingle Dress Dance | Periscope

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The Jingle Dress Dance | Periscope
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The Jingle Dress Dance is a dance for girls and women. The regalia for the Jingle Dress dance features a skirt adorned with small bells. The bells jingle loudly to the beat of the dances. This dance...
Fancy Dances | Periscope

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Fancy Dances | Periscope
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Fancy Dances are more lively, colorful, and exaggerated. These dances began in the 20th century as different tribes around the country started meeting through powwows. The dancers shared moves and...