Events

Former Platt National Park designated Chickasaw National Recreation Area 50 years ago SULPHUR, Okla. – This year marks a half-century since Platt National Park was designated Chickasaw National Recreation Area (CNRA). The official designation occurred March 17, 1976, with the signature of President Gerald Ford and was the result of years

SULPHUR, OKLA. – A Chickasaw Holiday Art Market featuring the work of Chickasaw artists is set for 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6 in the Artesian Hotel Ballroom, 1001 W. First in Sulphur. Holiday Art Market visitors will discover Chickasaw artwork that makes for the perfect holiday gift.

First American art and artists will be showcased during the annual Hushtola Art Market, Dec. 13-14, conducted for the first time at OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark in Oklahoma City. The two-day market is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., each day. The Hushtola (Winter) Art Market

A teen is planning his path to Broadway, building upon past experiences and honing his skills at the Chickasaw Arts Academy. At 15 years old, Teyton Colbert, a Chickasaw citizen, has already worked on major film productions and with a few legends of the silver screen. Following his role of

Registration is open now for the virtual walk that begins on November 1 DURANT, Okla. (October 20, 2025) – The Sixth Annual Trail of Tears Virtual Journey starts November 1, 2025, and concludes on January 31, 2026. This year’s virtual/online route will take participants from Nanih Waiya Mound in

Devol, Okla. – Comanche Red River Hotel Casino is celebrating creativity and community at the second annual Red River Art & Music Festival, set for Saturday, September 6 from 3 p.m. until midnight.  The festival will take place at Comanche Red River Hotel Casino in Devol, located at 196747 Highway

SULPHUR, Okla.— Acclaimed First American films and filmmakers will be in the spotlight during the Chickasaw Cultural Center’s 10th annual Holbaꞌ Pisachiꞌ Native Film Festival, Friday, Aug. 8-Saturday, Aug. 9. The Chickasaw Cultural Center is located at 867 Cooper Memorial Road, Sulphur, Oklahoma. This special event will feature a