Native November

In the U.S., November is recognized as Native American Heritage Month. The month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions and histories and acknowledge Indigenous people’s essential contributions to this country. Serving as an opportune time to educate the general public about tribes, to raise general awareness about the unique challenges Indigenous people have faced both historically and in the present, and how tribal citizens have worked to conquer these challenges.

As Choctaw people, celebrating and living out our culture is something we do every day. But every November, we plan many extra special events. Please join us in Choctaw Country to enjoy some of the best cultural experiences that Choctaw Nation has to offer.

Schedule

Dates/Times
Event(s)
Location/Description

Nov. 1-30, 2024
Join the Healthy Lifestyle and Warrior Wellness teams for a 250-mile journey honoring the brave Choctaw men who used their native language as an unbreakable code to help defeat the Germans.

Nov. 1-30, 2024
Travel Plazas Special
All CDIB card holders can receive a free fountain drink at any Choctaw Travel Plaza location and The Mercantile at Choctaw Landing during the month of November. Must present your CDIB card at checkout.

Nov. 27, 2024
Wear Your Regalia Day
Every Wednesday during Native American Heritage Month will be Wear Your Regalia Day. Show your Choctaw pride in style.

Nov. 27, 2024
WebEx; additional details to come

Nov. 28, 2024
Choctaw Nation/Choctaw Cultural Center Closed
Choctaw Nation facilities closed in observance Thanksgiving.

Nov. 29, 2024
Choctaw Nation Closed
All offices will be closed to celebrate American Indian Heritage Day.
Traditional Social Dancing

Videos

View Native November presentations covering numerous topics like Choctaw traditions, CNO programs and culture.

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Stickball

Downloads

Download Native November activities, such as coloring sheets that highlight parts of Choctaw culture.

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Choctaw Cultural Center

Choctaw Cultural Center

Welcoming visitors to explore the rich history, culture, and experiences of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and its community. The Cultural Center offers over 100,000 square feet of rich, living exhibitions, a vast Living Village, classrooms, a theater, café and retail that combined, bring the Chahta spirit of faith, family and culture to life!

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