Historic Site
(706) 624-1321
In 1825, the Cherokee national legislature established a capital called New Echota at the headwaters of the Oostanaula River. During its short history, New Echota was the site of the first Indian language newspaper office, a court case which carried to the U.S. Supreme Court, one of the earliest experiments in national self government by an Indian tribe, the signing of a treaty which relinquished Cherokee claims to lands east of the Mississippi River, and the assembly of Indians for removal west on the infamous Trail of Tears. Today, visitors can see several original and reconstructed buildings, including the Council House, Court House, Print Shop, Missionary Samuel Worcester's home, and an 1805 store, as well as outbuildings such as smoke houses, corn cribs and barns. In the visitor center, guest can purchase original Native American arts, crafts and music, and view interpretive exhibits and a 17-minute film.
Teacher's Resource for Touring Historic Sites
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Note: New Echota Historic Site has no reservable facilities.
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Events
Christmas Candlelight Tour
Saturday, Dec 6, 2008 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
| Bring your candle lantern to kick off the holiday season. We'll celebrate Christmas New Echota-style with decorations, music and refreshments reminiscent of the 19th century Cherokee Nation Capital... $5. 706-624-1321. |
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Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 9AM-5PM; Sunday 2-5:30PM; Closed Monday (except holidays), Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Closed Tuesday when open Monday.
Admission: $2.50-$4.
Group rates available with advance notice.
FACILITIES:
Self-Guided Tour
Visitor Center and Film
Gift Shop
1-Mile Nature Trail
Coosawattee River Fishing and Boat Ramp
Bus Parking
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:
Dalton, Georgia
Gordon County
Chief Vann House State Historic Site
Fort Mountain State Park (camping/cottages)
OTHER:
Brown's Guides
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