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Chickasaw History

Old train tracks cutting across a cliff face on a sunny day.

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Discover Hidden Gems: Exploring AYA's Point of Interest

Imagine walking through your neighborhood and suddenly discovering the hidden stories behind places you pass every day. This is exactly what Points...

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A stock of corn representing the three sisters is shown outside on a sunny day with a traditional Chickasaw village in the background

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How the Three Sisters Tradition Celebrates Chickasaw Women's Power

In Chickasaw culture, strength grows from the earth itself. The ancient agricultural practice known as the “Three Sisters,” tanchi' (corn), bala'...

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A Chickasaw storyteller in traditional dress tells a story to three people sitting on the ground

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The Sacred Art of Storytelling: A Chickasaw Women's Tradition

Storytelling holds deep significance in Chickasaw culture. It is not just a form of entertainment; it is vital to the preservation of history, values...

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A grandmother sits with a child beside her, telling stories as four other children listen attentively around her. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with the children fully engaged in her storytelling, creating a sense of connection and tradition.

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Passing Down Traditions

Chickasaw traditions are at the heart of our identity. Connection to our ancestors and our community shape our future together.

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Two people smile and listen to Chickasaw history at an interactive museum exhibit.

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Self-Love Through Cultural Connection

Research shows that culture plays a significant role in achieving the positive well-being of First American/Indigenous people. The combination of...

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Staying on Track: Maintaining Your Walking Goals

Picture this: You are taking your daily walk, but instead of just counting steps, you are walking through history. According to the National...

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Actor portraying TeAta holds traditional drum mallets in a scene from the Chickasaw film 'Te Ata.' Title reads 'The Voices Behind Te Ata: Meet the Mentors Who Inspired a Legend' alongside three vintage photos and white AYA logo.

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Te Ata’s Story: Becoming the Beloved Chickasaw Storyteller

Have you ever thought about how role models shape our lives? For Te Ata, a renowned Chickasaw storyteller, this inspiration came from the teachers...

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AYA's new Walking Partner feature showing two mobile screens displaying historical content about Douglas H. Johnston. The app interface includes episode listings about Tribal Politics and Indian Territory, set against a blue gradient background with 'NEW Walking Partner' text and AYA logo.

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Introducing Your New Walking Companion, Governor Douglas H. Johnston

Governor Johnston served the Chickasaw Nation for more than 39 years during an incredibly transformative period. His tenure, spanning the late 1890s...

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Historical collage of Chickasaw Annual Meeting and Festival photos, featuring black-and-white and color images spanning decades. Shows traditional gatherings, people in cultural dress and Governor Bill Anoatubby at the 1994 Chickasaw Festival AYA logo overlaid on coral gradient.

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Chickasaw Annual Meeting and Festival: A Journey Through Time and Tradition

Ever wondered how the Chickasaw Annual Meeting and Festival became such an important tradition? It is a story of resilience, unity and pride. In this...

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Bronze sculpture of a Chickasaw rider on horseback against sunset sky

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Chickasaw Legacy with Horses

Horsemanship is deeply embedded in Chickasaw history. Although the Chickasaw people did not originate from a horse culture, we have a deep love and...

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