New Echota Cherokee Capital State Historic Site
In 1825, the Cherokee national legislature established a capital called New Echota at the headwaters of the Oostanaula River. During its short history, New Echota was the site of the first Indian language newspaper office, a court case that carried to the U.S. Supreme Court, one of the earliest experiments in national self government by an Indian tribe, the signing of a treaty that relinquished Cherokee claims to lands east of the Mississippi River, and the assembly of Indians for removal west on the infamous Trail of Tears.
Today, visitors can see several original and reconstructed buildings, including the Council House, Court House, Print Shop, Missionary Samuel Worcester's home, and an 1805 store, as well as outbuildings such as smoke houses, corn cribs and barns. In the visitors center, guests can purchase original Native American arts, crafts and music, and view interpretive exhibits and a 17-minute film.
Info & Amenities
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Hours of Operation
Thursday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Admission & Fees
Adults $7.00
Group rates available with advance notice. please call 706-624-1321.
Seniors (62+) $6.50
Youth (ages 6-17) $5.50
Facility Amenities
Free Parking, Gift Shop, Maps & Brochures Available, Parking on Site, Public Restrooms
General Information
Family-friendly
Group Amenities
Group-friendly
Suitable for Ages
All Ages
Events
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2014 Your State Parks Day Trail Project
09/27/2014 - 09/27/2014
Help re-route a lower stretch of trail out of the floodplain. We will cut a new section of nature trail for the New Town Creek Nature Trail out to the beaver pond. Pack a lunch and join us. We'll tour the historic buildings and grounds of New Echota after the trail project.
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New Echota Cherokee Capital State Historic Site
1211 Chatsworth Hwy., N.E.Calhoun, GA 30701 View Listing
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