The history of the Cherokee Indians is fascinating. Even if you are not a history "buff' just visiting here is so peaceful, it is really worth the stop.
Great history about Sequoyah, a Cherokee indian who translated cherokee into written language. His cabin is preserved inside a building and is really neat. The real treat is the caretaker of the property. Very interesting afternoon.
so much history so easy to overlook, check out the sallisaw area you will be surprised, I highly recommend it
Demonstrates Cherokee Culture carried over "Trail of Tears" from the East to Indian Territory. To see what Sequoyah created in his Syllabery to carry Cherokee culture to the written word is powerful
This was the highlight of our stop in Sallisaw! We didn't know it was so far outside of town, but worth the drive! It was so interesting to find out just who he was and all he did for his tribe! Very interesting and helpful man at the visitors house!
I have been to Sequoyah's home many time and I always enjoy it and find something new. It is about six miles north of Sallisaw, take highway 59 to hwy 101, follow the signs. The cabin is enclosed in a rock building with several displays, The grounds are open for walking and picnicking, looking around, or whatever. There is a small gift shop but no food concessions, Its a good stop to break the routine or if you are road tripping on the blue highways.
When ever you leave a place with a feeling of having a higher sense of enrichment of life and knowledge it is well worth the trip. Sequoyah's Historic Site did just that in educating me on early America.
The grounds here are beautiful and it was a nice stop to get a history lesson. You can tell a lot of love has been put into creating and maintaining this place. Definitely worth a visit if you've got the time.It can be a bit tough to find especially if using gps. The address on tripadvisor is wrong. It is actually at 470288 Highway 101, Sallisaw, OK 74955-9744. Make sure you look at the house numbers to figure out how far you have to go.
This historic site gives great information about the Cherokee people and displays and information are well done.
Sequoyah's Cabin Historic Site is a great treasure of information and history. While staying in the Sallisaw, OK area, my husband and I made the 10 mile drive northeast on 101 and I'm so glad we did! The landscape is tranquil and relaxing. Walking into the cabin and reading about the accomplishments of Sequoyah were fascinating. Good for kids of all ages. Great grounds for a picnic...they do have picnic tables. Donations are voluntary. If you are traveling in an RV or camping, there is a great KOA in Sallisaw.