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Art Acquisitions

As part of the Cherokee Artist Recovery Act, Cherokee Nation will acquire $1.5M of artwork from Cherokee artists over the next two years through a public bid process.
Donetta Johnson
Cherokee Nation Artists Coordinator
info@cherokeenationartists.com
918.384.7730
ATTN: Donetta Johnson
Cherokee Nation Artists
3377 Cherokee Springs Road
Tahlequah,
OK
74464

Overview

Artists are encouraged to submit artwork related to Cherokee history, culture and heritage. Artwork that includes cultural or historical elements, including but not limited to historical figures, clothing, language and symbolism should be historically and culturally accurate. Artists are also encouraged to submit artwork in contemporary styles and mediums.

Submissions will be reviewed and selected by a committee. Example themes may include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Cherokee traditional stories
  • Animals and plants important to Cherokee history and culture
  • Depictions of the seven clans
  • Depictions of Cherokees throughout history – from time immemorial to present day
  • Traditional cultural practices such as stickball, stomp dance, etc.
  • Traditional southeastern symbolism
  • Cherokee language
  • Interactions between multiple generations
  • Contemporary themes

 

Cherokee Nation Businesses is accepting bids for original art to display at several locations through the Cherokee Nation Reservation. If you are interested in submitting a bid, please visit cherokeebids.org to see all active bids.

Eligibility & Requirments

Artists’ submissions should include image of artwork, dimensions, medium and price. A form will be provided for digital submissions.

  • Artists are allowed to submit a maximum of 20 pieces per bid.
  • Artists who submit their work with syllabary will be subject to having our
    translation team review it for accuracy.
  • Artists’ work will be subject to a review of cultural authenticity.

Application

Reimbursement

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