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Pulsing drums beat and dancers chant, as the sights and sounds of over 200 dancers from gathering Indian Nations captivate crowds every year in Cherokee, NC. This year’s annual Memorial Day Pow Wow stirs the spirit within on May 23-25 as dancers in full regalia gather for this seasonal celebration of customs and traditions. Stand in awe of the masterful movements of champion Indian dancers in competition and exhibition, as more than 200 dancers and 2,000 spectators converge at the Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds.
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Cherokee is a naturalist’s dream, with an excellent profusion of flora and fauna from roots, herbs, and flowers to animals, both native and exotic. A visit to the Qualla Boundary in May is like stepping into a paradise of blooming irises, rhododendron, rose of Sharon, wisteria and blossoming trees. It’s no wonder the air here is clean and fragrant. Only the rainforest rivals this regions biodiversity.
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The Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual Co-op sets the standard for fine Native American Art. Qualla Mutual was formed more than 60 years ago to secure fair prices and provide a year-round market for talented Eastern Band artists.
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Each month starting in May, we will be highlighting two featured artists from more than 300 talented potters, sculptors, weavers and other artisans at the Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual Co-op. This month, learn what inspires Ronnie Bradley and Melissa Maney to create unique works of Native American art.
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