Cherokee National Capitol

The Cherokee National Capitol, now the Cherokee National History Museum, is a historic building located in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Completed in 1869, it served as the capitol of the Cherokee Nation until 1907 and is now home to the tribal supreme court. The building, designed in a unique late Italianate style, is a National Historic Landmark and has undergone restoration to preserve its historical features. Visitors can explore its rich history, which includes the establishment of the Cherokee Nation's government after their forced relocation during the Trail of Tears, and appreciate its architectural significance in the heart of Courthouse Square.