Kowi Chito Theater

Originally, Choctaw stories and history were passed down orally from elders who told them to others. Today, we share our culture and journey through demonstrations, workshops, films, and so much more.

The Kowi Chito Theater (Big Forest Theater) seats up to 200 people and is designed to accommodate a wide variety of presentations through state-of-the-art video and audio equipment. The intimate setting guarantees audience engagement and encourages interaction with presenters.

For More Information and Show Times: Call the Welcome Desk 833-708-9582

Welcome Video
Duration: 19:01

Welcome Video

Chief Gary Batton welcomes you to the Choctaw Cultural Center. This short orientation film gives viewers a virtual tour of the space, as well as perspectives from those involved in the planning and designing of the Choctaw Cultural Center.

Ikaiyana la chi Movie (I Will Remember)
Duration: 35:15

I Will Remember

Telling the unknown stories of the last Choctaw removal to Oklahoma in 1903 by train and explored the cultural impact it had on the Choctaw people and a certain Oklahoma community. (2021)

  • Executive Producer: Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
  • Producers: Misty Madbull and Deanna Byrd with Historic Preservation Department
  • Director: Mark D. Williams with Digital Feather Media
  • Illustration: Deanna Byrd
  • Animation: Max Hamblin

Chahta Tvpushik Tvna (Basket Making)
Duration: 16:46

Basket Making

The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Cultural Services Department, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts, follows basket makers as they share their art. The eons old craft of Choctaw basket weaving is featured in this short documentary. Journey with traditional basket weavers as they gather materials and show some of their techniques while explaining the uses and history of this unique craft.

  • Executive Producer: Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma & The National Endowment for the Arts
  • Producer: Cultural Events
  • Director: Mark D. Williams with Digital Feather Media

Chahta Nan Isht Itibbi (Weapons)
Duration: 14:06

Weapons

The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Cultural Services Department, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts, demonstrates procurement, design and artisan techniques of traditional weaponry (2016). In this short documentary, we take a unique look at ancient Choctaw weapons. From their traditional uses to how crafting these one-of-a-kind items keeps us connected to our ancestors in the present.

  • Executive Producer: Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma & The National Endowment for the Arts
  • Producer: Cultural Events
  • Director: Mark D. Williams with Digital Feather Media

Chahta Hihla (Dance)
Duration: 30:51

Dance

The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Cultural Services Department, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts, demonstrates social dances, their accompanying chants and Choctaw clothing (2016). Become immersed in the ceremonial world of Choctaw Social Dancing. This short documentary provides an in-depth look into the history, regalia, the types of dances performed, one’s journey to becoming a chanter and their importance to the Choctaw way of life.

  • Executive Producer: Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma & The National Endowment for the Arts
  • Producer: Cultural Events
  • Director: Mark D. Williams with Digital Feather Media

Warriors Journey (Stickball)
Duration: 1:06:00

Stickball

The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Cultural Services Department, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts, chronicles the journey of the Tvshka Homma team as they compete for the World Series of Stickball.

  • Executive Producer: Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma & The National Endowment for the Arts
  • Producer: Cultural Events
  • Director: Mark D. Williams with Digital Feather Media