Program Description
Event Details
Many know the "Trail of Tears"—a sad part of the Cherokee Nation's history with the United States Government. Learn the history, before and after the Indian Removal Act of the 1830s–1850, of the Cherokee People. Cherokee Nation Historian and Linguist Kara Fairchild Beam tells the history, culture, and current status of a nation surviving against great odds.
Kara Fairchild Beam is an engaging speaker and teacher with over 20 years experience teaching. Trained in Cherokee Language and History by Cherokee National Treasure Ed Fields, Kara is passionate about preserving the language and culture of her tribe.
Join this program online by using this link at the scheduled time.
Note
Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.
Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.