Monthly Archives: July 2026

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long eel basket

Come and See Our Eel Basket

One of the baskets that you will find in our exhibit on Outer Banks natives is this exquisite eel basket. Eel was a staple food for tribes along waterways and these baskets, usually made from willow bark, were the most effective way at catching these slippery creatures. At first glance, […]

Come and Learn About Native Dance

We are so excited to welcome long-time volunteers Thunder & E Nah Dah of the Eastern Band Cherokee to share with all of you! In just a week, come and learn about the significance of the drum and dancing in native cultures. Have you wondered why all the Powwow’s have […]