About the Choctaw Cultural Center
The Choctaw Cultural Center is dedicated to exploring, preserving, and showcasing the culture and
history of the Choctaw people. The exhibits are immersive and told from
the
Choctaw perspective – honoring the physical and spiritual journey of the Choctaw people, the
“Chahta Nvwat Aya.” Located in Durant, Oklahoma, the Choctaw Cultural Center
includes over 100,000 square feet of rich, living exhibitions, a vast Living Village,
classrooms, a
theater, café and retail that combined, bring the Chahta spirit of
faith,
family and culture to life!
About the Choctaw Nation
The Choctaw Nation is the third-largest Indian Nation in the United States with more than 208,000
tribal members and 11,000-plus associates. This ancient people has an
oral
tradition dating back over 13,000 years. The first tribe over the Trail of Tears, its historic
reservation boundaries are in the southeast corner of Oklahoma, covering
10,923
square miles. The Choctaw Nation's vision, "Living out the Chahta Spirit of faith, family and
culture," is evident as it continues to focus on providing opportunities for
growth and prosperity. For more information about the Choctaw Nation, its culture, heritage and
traditions, please go to choctawnation.com.
Media Inquiries
Contact Kristina Humenesky for any media relations needs at [email protected].