A spectacular waterfall. Called Mingo Falls (or Big Bear Falls in the Cherokee language),  the 200-foot waterfall is in an area of Cherokee...

Opening parade, fireworks, midway, nightly shows, plus traditional Cherokee foods, competitions and crafts, characterize this long-running fairgrounds event.

and Living History Museum Watch today’s Cherokee practice the ancient crafts of making hull canoes, pottery, masks, baskets and beadwork. Also see how they lived and practiced medicine in the mountains of eighteenth century North Carolina.

The Qualla Mutual is far more than just a crafts store. It has operated for more than a half century sharing all profits with members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee.