Twenty Chickasaw elders forged new friendships and developed deeper connections to their heritage during a recent exploration of the historic Chickasaw Homeland. Hosted by the Chickasaw Nation Department of Community Services Aging Division, a weeklong trip in early April marked the first of four Elders Tours planned for 2025.
Day 1: Elders Gather
The elders, all aged 60 and above, began their journey April 7 in Ada, Oklahoma. The tour participants included many Oklahoma residents and also Chickasaw elders from Texas, Florida, Utah and Arkansas.
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