Historic Site
(706) 624-1321
NOTICE: New Echota Historic Site is open Thursday-Saturday only.
In 1825, the Cherokee national legislature established a capital called New Echota at the headwaters of the Oostanaula River. During its short history, New Echota was the site of the first Indian language newspaper office, a court case which carried to the U.S. Supreme Court, one of the earliest experiments in national self government by an Indian tribe, the signing of a treaty which relinquished Cherokee claims to lands east of the Mississippi River, and the assembly of Indians for removal west on the infamous Trail of Tears. Today, visitors can see 12 original and reconstructed buildings, including the Council House, Court House, Print Shop, Missionary Samuel Worcester's home, and an 1805 store, as well as outbuildings such as smoke houses, corn cribs and barns. In the visitor center, guest can purchase souvenirs, books, music and view interpretive exhibits and a 17-minute film.
Hours: Thursday–Saturday / 9AM-5PM
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
www.GeorgiaStateParks.org/NewEchota
Admission: $3.50–$5.
Group rates available with advance notice.
Become a Friend of New Echota Historic Site today!
FACILITIES:
- Self-Guided Tour - brochure & map (pdf file - 1.6MB)
- Visitor Center and Film
- Gift Shop
- 1-Mile Nature Trail
- Coosawattee River Fishing and Boat Ramp
- Bus Parking
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Note: New Echota Historic Site has no reservable facilities.
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Events
SAVE our State Parks Community Appreciation Day
Saturday, Sep 25, 2010 10 AM to 4 PM
| Visiting Cherokee artists, early 19th century life skills demonstrations and historic building tours, dutch oven cooking competition, nature trail walks and volunteer opportunities will highlight this full day of free admission and activities. 706-624-1321. |
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Frontier Day
Saturday, Oct 16, 2010 10 AM to 4 PM
| Enjoy the sounds, taste and smells of yesteryear. Tours of historic buildings will be available and demonstrations of life skills common at the time of the Trail of Tears will be demonstrated... $5. 706-624-1321. |
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Christmas Candlelight Tour
Saturday, Dec 4, 2010 6 PM to 9:30 PM
| Candlelight, Christmas carols, hot apple cider, Cherokee stories and hand-made decorations typical of the Trail of Tears era will kick off the holiday season... $3.50-$5.00 706-624-1321. |
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