Five Civilized Tribes Museum

The Five Civilized Tribes Museum in Muskogee, Oklahoma, showcases the art, history, and culture of the Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Muscogee, and Seminole tribes. Housed in the historic Union Indian Agency building, the museum offers 1 a fascinating glimpse into the rich heritage of these nations. Visitors can explore exhibits featuring traditional crafts, clothing, and weaponry, as well as learn about the tribes’ forced removal from their ancestral lands in the Southeast to Indian Territory (present-day Oklahoma). The museum also houses a significant collection of artwork, including paintings, sculptures, and pottery, created by contemporary Native American artists.