TULSA, Okla. — The 19th annual Cherokee Art Market returned to Hard Rock Tulsa for one weekend.
On Oct. 12-13, attendees were welcomed to enjoy one of the largest Native American art markets in the state.
Guests enjoyed the work of more than 150 Native American artists from across the country.
The family-friendly event was open to the public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days in the Sequoyah Convention Center at Hard Rock Tulsa. Admission was $10.
“The 2024 Cherokee Art Market features an outstanding lineup of Native artists, with a great diversity of representation from tribal nations across Indian Country,” said Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. “Annually, visitors get to experience exceptional works from talented creators who have a passion for the preservation and promotion of Native cultures. Cherokee Nation takes immense pride in this art market, and it is one of the country’s premier juried art events that generates significant economic benefits for our vibrant artisan community.”
Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr.
More than 40 tribes will be represented with artwork ranging from beadwork, pottery, paintings, basketry, sculptures, textiles and more.
Guests had the opportunity to meet directly with each juried artist and learn more about their work.
In addition, the market featured cultural demonstrations, presentations and conversations with some of the nation’s top Native American artists each day.
Participating artists competed for their share of more than $75,000 in prize money for top honors and special recognition such as the Best of Show, Innovator Award, Culture Keeper and more, awarded across nearly 30 categories.
“There’s something truly special about Cherokee Art Market, and that is the environment. It’s unlike any other market out there,” said Donna Tinnin, Senior Manager of Programs and Events for Cherokee Nation Cultural Tourism. “We work to ensure that the details are all taken care of so the artists can focus their energy on connecting with the public and with one another.”
The market featured a special exhibit showcasing the Cherokee Artist Recovery Act.
The act was authored by Chief Hoskin and Deputy Chief Warner in 2022 to give relief to Cherokee artists after the COVID-19 pandemic negatively affected their income and livelihood.
The exhibit showed work acquired by Cherokee Nation through the historic legislation and gives guests an opportunity to learn about the tribe’s ongoing efforts to support Cherokee artists.
The market also held its annual youth competition and art show.
The Cherokee Art Market Youth Competition & Show was created to encourage Native youth artists to learn to compete on an adult level and is open to all Native American students in grades 6-12 who are enrolled in a federally recognized tribe.
Cherokee Art Market was presented by Cherokee Nation Businesses. Other sponsors include Native American Art Magazine, Tulsa People, Sysco Foods, Western Art Collector and International Artist Publishing.
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