Fort Dobbs will highlight the resilience of Native American culture with a visit by a group of educators known as the Atsila Anotasgi or “Fire Builders” on July 27.
Serving the Museum of the Cherokee People, the group is comprised of enrolled members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians who are passionate about reconnecting with and preserving their heritage while educating other communities about Eastern Cherokee beliefs and traditions through dance performances, art demonstrations, and storytelling sessions.
From 11 a.m.-3 p.m., the group will offer several ongoing displays near the Fort Dobbs visitor center including basket making and finger weaving. A traditional dance display is scheduled for 1p.m., in which visitors are invited to participate.
More information about the Museum of the Cherokee People may be found at www.motcp.org
About Fort Dobbs
Fort Dobbs State Historic Site’s mission is to preserve and interpret the history of Fort Dobbs and North Carolina’s role in the French and Indian War. It is open Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Special events and living history weekends are offered throughout the year. It is part of the Division of N.C. State Historic Sites within the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) manages, promotes, and enhances the things that people love about North Carolina – its diverse arts and culture, rich history, and spectacular natural areas. Through its programs, the department enhances education, stimulates economic development, improves public health, expands accessibility, and strengthens community resiliency.