The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians in the western part of North Carolina have been working hard to preserve their rich culture, especially the Cherokee language and COVID-19 has made it more urgent. | ABC11 WTVD

#ICYMI: The Cherokee Nation and Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians joined as sister tribes at the historic Kituwah Mound near Cherokee, North Carolina, recently to sign an agreement to protect and preserve the Cherokee language, history and culture. With the Cherokee language in a state of emergency, the tribes signed a memorandum of agreement to develop collaborative projects and opportunities to support and increase the Cherokee language. The tribes agreed to share resources, also working with W

The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians helped close tonight's #CherokeeDays reception at the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian with a social dance featuring the three Cherokee tribes and visitors. Activities at the museum in Washington DC kick off Friday morning and continue Saturday and Sunday, so come say 'siyo if you're in the area! | Cherokee Nation