Tishomingo: Our First Capital in Indian Territory
Neal McCalebThe town of Tishomingo was the original seat of the Chickasaw Nation and the tribe built its capitol there in 1898. After careful restoration, the capitol looks as it did when Oklahoma was known as Indian Territory.
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Our Capitol in Tishomingo
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Chickasaw Nation Capitol in Tishomingo
Experience Chickasaw History and CultureBuilt in 1898, the Chickasaw National Capitol Building is a gothic granite icon in Tishomingo, an early center of Chickasaw life in Indian Territory.
January 1, 2011 – Original Chickasaw Capitol Restored
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Lisa Talks about Tishomingo
Lisa BillyLisa considers Tishomingo and the Chickasaw Cultural Center in Sulphur, an attraction with global tourism appeal.
One Tribe One Mission
"Our mission to enhance the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people will continue to serve as our guidepost as we work together to build an even brighter future"
Bill Anoatubby, Governor
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