The Cultural Center was only 10 minutes from The Point, so Saturday morning we drove over. They open at 10:00 every day except Sunday (12:00) and we didn't want to rush our visit.
We started our tour at the Traditional Village area where we could explore the Council House, Winter House, demonstrations of jewelry making and explanation of tanning hides and a Stomp Dance. The Chickasaw Nation is considered part of the Southeastern group along with Seminoles. They did not come out on the Trail of Tears, but came later when they could be better prepared. The songs and dances are similar in the Southeastern group, but each Nation has their own individual style. When the Four Corners Dance was introduced, they asked for volunteers to join them. Gene was one of several who did so.
We ate lunch at the Cultural Cafe, then toured the Exhibit Center. There was a beautiful pottery display and we had a delightful conversation with the docent, Marcia, who is Chickasaw. We explored the Removal Corridor, The Stomp Dance Gallery, and many displays of the culture.
After a tour of the Art Gallery, we visited the Gift Shop for some souvenirs and then back to the campground.
Sunday we drove to Gordonville, TX to the Thousand Trails Lake Texoma. This was where we had joined Thousand Trails in 2007 when we started traveling. It is in good shape (unlike some of the other campgrounds in the system) and we enjoyed our brief stay.
This morning Gene wanted an early start, so we left at 7:30 while somewhat cooler. We are now settled in North Point RV Park in Longview, TX. It has excellent wifi and I've been able to catch up on my emails and blog. Tomorrow we head into Louisiana and our last week on the road.
Until my next post, Safe Travels and God'a blessings to all our family and friends.
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