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Okla Chahta Gathering
Photo by Christian Toews

Traditional Choctaw dances are demonstrated for the crowd at the Okla Chahta Gathering.

Okla Chahta Annual Gathering

Published July 7, 2022

The Okla Chahta Clan of California, Inc. held its 25th Annual Choctaw Gathering in Bakersfield. California on May 7 and 8, 2022. The event allowed California Choctaws to learn more about their culture and fellowship with other tribal members.

Chief Batton, Assistant Chief Jack Austin Jr., Council Members Thomas Williston, Robert Karr, Tony Ward, Jess Henry and Eddie Bohanon and Choctaw Royalty were all in attendance. Representatives of various Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma programs were there to share information about tribal services and programs.

Chief Batton at the Okla Chahta Gathering
Photo by Christian ToewsChief Batton addresses the crowd at the 25th Annual Okla Chahta Gathering in Bakersfield.
Miss Okla Chahta Kaili Harrison
Kaili Harrison is crowned Miss Okla Chahta.
Frankie Ervin, Isaiah Jaramillo, and Chief Batton
The Okla Chahta Gathering is an event for all ages. Pictured with Chief Batton are the oldest, Frankie Ervin, and youngest, Isaiah Jaramillo, members in attendance.