Tour Highlights
The Chickasaw Experience
Tour Length: 2 days, 1 night
Activity Level: Moderate-Active
The “Chickasaw Experience” will take you through Sulphur and Tishomingo, OK telling the story of the Chickasaw people. Watch this powerful story unfold through live performances, demonstrations, collections and exhibits. You will also learn about the history of the Chickasaw Nation government, past to present while admiring amazing artwork, shopping local businesses and enjoying delicious local food. We look forward to seeing you in Chickasaw Country.
Where You'll Go on the Tour
Sulphur
Chickasaw Cultural Center
The Chickasaw Cultural Center offers a world of opportunities to learn and connect with First American history. Watch the story of the Chickasaw people unfold before your eyes through powerful performances, demonstrations, collections and exhibits at one of the largest and most comprehensive tribal cultural centers in the United States.
Traditional Chickasaw Lunch at Aaimpa Café
Visitors can taste traditional First American food like fry bread, buffalo burgers, venison stew, Indian tacos, salmon, and pulled pork stacks; pashofa, a traditional Chickasaw corn soup; or grape dumplings, a classic dessert. The campus Spiral Garden provides vegetables for many of the menu items, so each dish is fresh and authentic.
Chickasaw National Recreation Area
As one of only three Oklahoma parks affiliated with the National Park Service, this national park is a beautiful oasis of water, foliage and wildlife creating the perfect backdrop for all your favorite outdoor activities.
The Springs at The Artesian
A fine-dining experience, with high-end, homestyle-inspired fare in generous portions, where each bite is sure to delight in texture, temperature and taste.
The Artesian Hotel, Casino & Spa
Experience modern luxury and vintage grandeur at the Artesian Hotel, Casino and Spa in Sulphur, Oklahoma. This boutique hotel boasts 81 beautifully adorned guest rooms, on-site dining, gaming and shopping opportunities.
Tishomingo
Chickasaw National Capitol
The Chickasaw National Capitol serves as a museum and reminder that the Chickasaw people fought for their tribal identity and independence. On the National Register of Historic Places, this truly unique structure is more than 8,000 square feet and was built of red granite from the Pennington Creek quarry of Gov. R. M. Harris.
Chickasaw Council House Museum
The first Chickasaw Capitol House built in Indian Territory is preserved inside the museum along with a beautiful collection of pottery, jewelry, beadwork, artifacts, Chickasaw artwork and archives.
Dine at Ole Red
Ole Red, situated on Main Street this restaurant and retail space is inspired by Blake Shelton’s chart-topping hit “Ol’ Red.” The flagship location boasts an impressive outdoor patio with seating available for up to 160 customers.
Chickasaw Bank Museum
The Bank of the Chickasaw Nation opened in 1901 and came to ruin in 1909 when a part owner absconded with the money (around $40,000) and was never caught. The former bank showcases historical memorabilia and artifacts from the time.