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A traditional Chickasaw town consisted of many households that were commonly situated on large bluffs or high hills for greater visibility of enemies or invaders, in addition to protecting houses...

Each year, the Chickasaw Nation sponsors 20 students to attend the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Xtreme camp, which features extreme sports recreational activities like water skiing, high ropes challenge courses, skeet shooting and horseback riding. Campers will also...

Students develop healthy interaction skills in learning environments that encourage discovery through play. Child development centers provide a positive, nurturing environment led by highly trained teachers and staff focused on overall development. Children must be 6 weeks...

Resources are available through the Chickasaw Language Preservation Program that make learning, speaking and teaching Chikashshanompaˈ (the Chickasaw language) easily accessible for all ages. Language resources are available to the public.

Kullihoma is a culturally important location. The grounds can be used for gatherings, reunions and other cultural and recreational activities.

Shop for free, gently used items or donate reusable goods to keep them out of landfills.

The cemetery preservation program provides cleanup services, identification and documentation for existing Chickasaw cemeteries within tribal boundaries. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.


Pashofa is a traditional dish that consists of cracked corn (hominy) and pork, covered in water and boiled for several hours. Chickasaws have enjoyed pashofa for centuries. Traditionally, cookin...

The department of culture and humanities’ main purpose is to preserve the heritage, history, language and culture of the Chickasaw Nation. The department offers history, traditional storytellin...