Press Releases | Chickasaw Nation

HUD officials tour tribal facilities

Monday, November 18, 2024

A delegation from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently visited the Chickasaw Nation to mark progress made during a partnership stretching back more than a half century.

Chickasaw elder veterans visit D.C. memorials during Veterans Day trip

Wednesday, November 13, 2024

Chickasaw warriors placed a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during a recent trip to Washington, D.C., in celebration of Veterans Day.

Cyclists humble as they complete historic Homeland Removal Ride

Wednesday, October 09, 2024

With more than three years of planning, members of the Chickasaw Cycling Club have accomplished their historic “Homeland Removal Ride” from Pontotoc, Mississippi, to the Chickasaw Nation Historic Capitol Building in Tishomingo, Oklahoma.

Deputy US Surgeon General visits Chickasaw Nation

Tuesday, October 22, 2024

The Chickasaw Nation recently hosted Deputy U.S. Surgeon General Rear Admiral (RADM) Denise Hinton as she and members of her team gained a historical perspective of Chickasaw Nation advances in First American health outcomes.

Makeup artist wins award, reflects on two decades of her dream job

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

A professional hair and makeup artist was recently lauded by a California film festival.

Tate opera, nephew’s play show busy Chickasaw family

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Internationally celebrated Chickasaw classical music composer Jerod Tate will be on hand Sunday, Oct. 27 to see Oklahoma’s award-winning chorus –– Canterbury Voices –– perform the world premiere of his opera “Loksi' Shaali' (Shell Shaker).”

Chickasaw artists dominate SEASAM

Wednesday, October 09, 2024

Works by three Chickasaw artists earned top awards at the 2024 Southeastern Art Show and Market (SEASAM), including Best of Show, Best of 2D and Best of Culture.

Keepers of the Flame storytellers charged with sustaining Chickasaw essence

Monday, December 16, 2024

Chickasaws value storytelling and use it to preserve and share the vibrant culture.

Chickasaw Cultural Center Welcomes Millionth Guest

Thursday, October 17, 2024

The Chickasaw Cultural Center recently celebrated a milestone when the millionth guest was welcomed to campus.

Griffin ranks second as USA archer

Monday, December 02, 2024

Consistency has earned 17-year-old Griffin Witty the acknowledgment of being one of the top archers in the nation