Offices Closed

Due to inclement weather, Chickasaw Nation administrative offices will be closed Jan. 10.

For information on closing tribal facilities, call (800) 316-4226.

Health Offices Closures/Delayed Opening

Due to inclement weather, the Tishomingo Health Clinic and pharmacy will be closed Jan. 10. Outpatient services at the Chickasaw Nation Medical Center (CNMC), Ardmore and Purcell Health clinics will open at 10 a.m. Patients scheduled for surgery will be contacted directly by the surgery team regarding their procedure.

CNMC pharmacy is open from 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Ardmore and Purcell pharmacy hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Indoor attractions in Chickasaw Country

As Oklahoma endures a wide array of temperatures from season to season, outdoor activities are limited during extreme heat or cold. Many long to get out and explore. There is a treasure trove of exciting indoor attractions to visit in Chickasaw Country.

Here is a selection of destination locations that are fun for the entire family:

The Tucker Tower Nature Center at Lake Murray

Filled with the natural wonders of the area, the nature center investigates the themes of Lake Murray in Ardmore, Oklahoma. From history to wildlife, there is something for everyone to enjoy at Oklahoma’s first state park. For those who would like to make the trip to the nature center a weekend event, the park features historic cabins and a world-class lodge, among other amenities.

While at the nature center, learn the illustrious history of Tucker Tower, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Tucker Tower also offers panoramic views overlooking Lake Murray.

With close connections to the Chickasaw Nation, the lake was named in honor of former Oklahoma Governor William “Alfalfa Bill” Murray, previously a legal adviser to the Chickasaw Nation.

The nature center is open daily, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., March through October. From November to February, hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. The nature center is located at 18407 Scenic Highway 77, Ardmore, Oklahoma.

For more information, call (580) 223-4044.

Chickasaw White House

The Chickasaw White House at 6379 E. Mansion Road, Emet, Oklahoma, was the scene of many social and political events important to the Chickasaw Nation and Oklahoma. The Chickasaw White House was home to Chickasaw Nation Governor Douglas Henry Johnston and his family from 1898 to 1971.

Governor Johnston represents an important period in Chickasaw history. First elected in 1898, Governor Johnston led the Chickasaw Nation for nearly 40 years until his death in 1939. Much of the history echoes within the rooms of the Chickasaw White House.

Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Chickasaw White House is closed all federal holidays. For more information, call (580) 235-7343.

Chickasaw Cultural Center

The Chickasaw Cultural Center in Sulphur, Oklahoma, offers a world of opportunities to learn and connect with Chickasaw history. Watch the story of the Chickasaw people unfold before your eyes through live demonstrations, collections, exhibits and special events at one of the largest and most extensive tribal cultural centers in the United States. Share in the Chickasaw experience, walk through our past and look to the future.

The Chickasaw Cultural Center sits upon a 184-acre campus adorned with beautiful gardens, magnificent statues, sculptures and impressive architecture.

Among other historic and cultural amenities, the Chickasaw Cultural Center is home to Holisso: The Center for Study of Chickasaw History and Culture. The center is a specialty library focusing on the study of the Chickasaw Nation and other Southeastern First American tribes. Holisso: The Center for Study of Chickasaw History and Culture houses First American archives, culture, language and historical accounts passed across generations.

Take time to indulge in distinct First American culinary treats at the Aaimpa’ Café. Elk and buffalo burgers, as well as Indian tacos and traditional Chickasaw foods, such as pashofa and grape dumplings, are on the menu. The cafe is open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.

The Chickasaw Cultural Center is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Chickasaw Cultural Center’s Chikasha Poya Exhibit Center is available at no charge for Chickasaw citizens. Admission for citizens of other federally recognized tribes is $6, adult admission is $7, students, seniors (55 and older) and military is $6. Children under 12 are admitted at no charge.

For more information or for a calendar of upcoming events, visit ChickasawCulturalCenter.com or call (580) 622-7130.

Chickasaw Capitol Building and Chickasaw Council House Museum

Located next door to one another in Tishomingo, Oklahoma, are the Chickasaw Nation Historic Capitol Building and the Chickasaw Council House Museum. Each feature historical and cultural content celebrating the history of the Chickasaw Nation and Chickasaw citizens.

The Chickasaw Capitol Building in Tishomingo, Oklahoma, serves as a museum and stands as an enduring monument to the spirit of the Chickasaw Nation. The largest exhibit presents Chickasaw government history from 1856 through 1907. Other featured exhibits include a replica of Governor Douglas Johnston’s office, the National Secretary’s vault, a Chickasaw Governors portrait collection and a rotating photography exhibit.

The Chickasaw Council House Museum has one of the largest known collections of Chickasaw art, artifacts and archive materials. The museum houses the original log cabin, which served as the first Chickasaw council house built in Indian Territory, where the 1856 Chickasaw Constitution was signed.

The Chickasaw Nation Historic Capitol Building is located at 411 W. 9th St., Tishomingo, Oklahoma. The Chickasaw Council House Museum is located at 209 N. Fisher St.

The Chickasaw Capitol Building and the Chickasaw Council House Museum are open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. They are closed for federal holidays.

For more information, visit Chickasaw.net.

Chickasaw Bank Museum

The Bank of the Chickasaw Nation was built in 1902 on Main Street in Tishomingo, Oklahoma. In 1992, it was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Johnston County Historical Society launched the building’s restoration in the 1970s and transformed it into a time machine. A stroll inside today is like walking back in time.

The second floor of the bank serves as the Johnston County’s historical museum and genealogy society’s research library.

The Chickasaw Bank Museum is located at 413 W. Main St., Tishomingo, Oklahoma.

The museum is open 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. It is open to the public at no charge.

For more information, call (580) 371-3141.