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Exploring Cherokee Heritage at Tsa-La-Gi Inn in Tahlequah

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0039

Dates

  • Majority of material found within 93rd (1973-1975); 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979)

Scope and Contents

The Tsa-La-Gi Inn and Restaurant, owned by the Cherokee Nation, offers Indian-style dishes and traditional restaurant foods. The complex also includes a motel, arts and crafts shop, and private club. The restaurant features buffalo steak and other unique dishes, and the decor includes earthy tones and Cherokee alphabet draperies. The facility aims to attract tourists with events like a Buffalo Chip Throwing Festival and dinner theater plays. The manager, Kendall Hunt, emphasizes the natural attractions in the area and the need for exposure to increase business.

Creator

Non-specified

Congress 93rd (1973-1975); 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979)

Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Older people--Medical care--United States; Education--United States

Tribal Affiliation Cherokee Indians; Navajo Indians
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

Contact:
630 Parrington Oval
Room 202B
Norman Oklahoma 73109 United States