#ICYMI: A documentary months in the making, listen to the stories of Cherokee first language speakers and the efforts of the tribe to revitalize our language for the next generation of Cherokees. The first documentary of its kind for the Cherokee Nation, ᏣᎳᎩ ᎣᏥᏬᏂᏍᎪᎢ ᎠᎭᏂ | Cherokee Spoken Here. | Cherokee Nation

Language is one of the most important aspects of Cherokee culture. Learn how to say “language” with Cherokee Word of the Week. | Visit Cherokee Nation

8K views · 892 reactions | In case you missed it: We're changing the face of the Cherokee Language Program, stepping up our efforts to ensure we save the Cherokee language! | Cherokee Nation | Facebook

2.8K views · 433 reactions | Hawks, particularly red-tailed hawks, are said to be a protector spirit of the Cherokees and are therefore considered sacred. Learn the Cherokee word for “hawk” in this week’s Cherokee Word of the Week. | Visit Cherokee Nation | Facebook

📚 Looking for a cute Cherokee language book for children? Check out this book from our friends at Cherokees for Black Indian History Preservation Foundation, a nonprofit organization in Tahlequah! This book is so adorable and all proceeds from its purchase goes go back into helping CBIHP Foundation preserve Cherokee and Native American history, emphasizing on Black Indian history. A great book with a great cause! ❤ Get yours today by visiting https://www.cbihpfoundation.org/cbihp-books.html. #N

46K views · 1.5K reactions | We love our traditional Cherokee stories! Roy Boney, who oversees the Cherokee Nation Language department, has created an illustrated version of the story of the Cherokees fleeing their home island on canoes. The narration is by Anna Sixkiller, and was originally recorded for an exhibit at the Cherokee National History Museum in downtown Tahlequah. We hope you enjoy this story: | Cherokee Nation | Facebook

17K views · 364 reactions | Preserving the Cherokee Language: Stef Manchen KJRH met Lillian Charles at Tulsa's Native American Day Celebration. Her story is one of many working to preserve the history and the culture of the Cherokee language. Learn more about their efforts at KJRH.com. | KJRH | Facebook