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Chief Vann House
Called the Showcase of the Cherokee nation, the plantation house was home to Cherokee Indian Chief James Vann and his son Joseph Vann, who recruited Moravian missionaries to teach the tribe's children. Built in 1804, the home has a fascinating cantilevered stairway. Visitor Center next door features artifacts and film.
Open Tuesday-Saturday 9:am - 5:pm, Sunday 2:pm - 5:30pm
Admission Charged

Directions from Dalton: I-75, Exit 336, Hwy. 76 east to Hwy. 225, turn right, Vann House 1 mile on the left.

Red Clay Historic Park
The site of the last council grounds for the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Nation. Walking trails, picnic areas, and cabin replicas provide a tranquil setting for outdoor activity. Museum on site with artifacts and educational film.
423-478-0339
Open 8:am - dusk

Directions from Dalton: GA Hwy. 71 (Cleveland Hwy.) north from Dalton approximately 15 miles; left on Wilson-Caldwell Road to Red Clay Road, right to park entrance (located on the GA/TN line.)

New Echota State Historic Site
Once the capital of the Cherokee Nation and home of the Cherokee Nation's Supreme Court and bilingual newspaper. Visit the museum, view a 17-minute video and tour historic and reconstructed buildings.
Open Tuesday - Sunday
706-624-1321

Directions from Dalton: I-75 South to Exit , Hwy. 225 East, park on the right.

Chieftains Trail
Native American history in Northwest Georgia