Cherokee Nation cultural tourism reports 450+ participating artists and more than 30,000 visitors so far this fiscal year

Molly Jarvis delivered the Culture Committee’s cultural tourism update, reporting program participation and upcoming public events. "We have more than 450 artists participating in our programs," Jarvis said, and added that Cherokee cultural sites have welcomed "more than 30,000 guests so far" this fiscal year (since October).

Jarvis listed ongoing projects at the Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch and the Cherokee Heritage Center and said the Anie Arts Center in Stillwell is complete with an opening planned in August. She invited councilors to a Homecoming art show running Aug. 8–Sept. 12 with a reception on Aug. 7 at the gallery in Cherokee Springs Plaza, and noted weekly summer programming called "Stories on the Square" at the Cherokee National Peace Pavilion.

Jarvis also announced the "Declarations of Sovereignty: Cherokee response to revolution" exhibit, which opened June 4 and will remain on view through May 8, 2027 at the National History Museum. Councilors asked a few clarifying questions, including the status of a separate Dwight mission (Jarvis said it remains in the strategic plan but resources are focused on the heritage center at present). No formal action was taken on the report.