Press Releases | Chickasaw Nation

McSwain Theatre announces Children’s Summer Movie Series and upcoming live events

Friday, May 29, 2026

The McSwain Theatre will host its Thursday movie showcase throughout June, featuring classic and family-friendly films with showtimes at 2 and 7 p.m. each Thursday.

Kelsey Norton’s work toward a more sustainable world

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

As the environmental protection manager for the Chickasaw Nation Department of Community Services, Kelsey Norton focuses on the everyday ways ordinary people can have an impact on sustainability.

Welding a future in service

Monday, April 13, 2026

At 11 years old, Cooper Prince already knows the sound of hard work. It sounds like the steady crackle of his welding machine or boots hitting the ground in step during drill. Those sounds not only shape his hobbies, but his future.

Jeannie Barbour and Micah Hart: mother and son artists fueled by mutual respect and collaboration

Friday, April 24, 2026

Though Jeannie Barbour has many accomplishments to be proud of, she said her greatest achievement is her son, Micah Hart.

Scarlet Thompson named Butterfly Art Winner

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Complementary colors often found in Chickasaw ribbon skirts were the inspiration for Scarlet Thompson’s winning entry in the Chickasaw Nation Butterfly Art Contest.

Updated Chickasaw Nation Caring Van Unveiled

Friday, May 01, 2026

The Oklahoma Caring Foundation, sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, in partnership with the Chickasaw Nation, announced the launch of a newly updated Caring Van, designed to expand access to preventive health services for Oklahoma communities.

Law firm provides voice for First Americans

Monday, March 23, 2026

By the time Lisa Garcia entered middle school, her career path was cemented. She knew exactly how she wanted her future to unfold.

Michaela Parrott: culture, connection and a love for foster youth

Tuesday, June 02, 2026

Michaela Parrott’s compassion for children in foster care, coupled with the love of her Chickasaw culture, finds its expression in a dual-purpose project — teaching people how to make ribbon skirts, which are gifted to First American children in foster care.

Galleries, gorgets and glamour: Destiny Green’s artistic journey

Thursday, March 26, 2026

Destiny Green has been creating art for as long as she can remember, but she struggled to find her place in the First American art realm.

May is Chikasha Anokfilli/Mental Health Awareness Month

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Nationally, Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed in May since the 1940s as a means to raise awareness, reduce stigma and normalize conversations about mental wellness.