56th Annual
Concluded for 2026
2027 Dates: April 3 – May 8
Visit Cherokee Nation proudly presents the 56th Annual Trail of Tears Art Show! Experience one of the country’s most prestigious Native art shows. View and purchase a variety of authentic, award-winning works of art. The Trail of Tears Art Show is the longest-running juried Native art competition in Oklahoma. Since 1972, it has fostered the artistic expression of Native American heritage.
Visit Cherokee Nation proudly presents the annual Trail of Tears Art Show! Closed for 2026, we look forward to welcoming visitors next year at the longest-running juried Native art competition in Oklahoma — and one of the most prestigious Native art shows in the country. This event has fostered the artistic expression of Native American heritage since 1972.
The Gallery at Cherokee Springs Plaza
3377 Cherokee Springs Road
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Tahlequah, OK 74464
April 3 – May 8, 2027
Tuesday – Saturday
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10 AM – 4 PM
Artist Application Closed
Artists will be notified by email of their acceptance no later than March 5, 2026, and accepted works will be posted by 5 p.m. that same day.
Juried Artists
Congratulations to the artists accepted into the 55th Annual Trail of Tears Art Show and thank you to all who entered. We are proud to have your work representing Native art, culture and tradition.
Explore the Gallery
Important Dates
01/05/2027
Artist Application Opens, 10 AM CST
02/26/2027
Artist Application Closes, 11:59 PM CST
03/04/2027
Accepted Artists Notified
03/19/2027
Art Delivery Deadline, 4 PM CDT
04/02/2027
Reception, 6 – 8:30 PM CDT
04/03/2027
Show Opens, 10 AM CDT
05/08/2027
Show Closes, 4 PM CDT
People’s Choice Award
People’s Choice Award Winners
You decide the winner of the 55th annual Trail of Tears Art Show! Vote for your favorite piece.
Your votes are in! Find out who the people chose.
Shipping & Handling
Purchasing art? Learn about the finer details of purchasing fine art.
About the Show
The Trail of Tears Art Show is a fine art exhibition and competition with established standards of excellence; as such, acceptance is juried. View complete details, entry forms and FAQs.
Featured Artist
Jerry Sutton won Best of Show at the 54th Annual Trail of Tears Art Show. Learn more about Jerry and his winning piece, “ᎩᎳᎪᎨ Gilagoge (Spring)”.
Artist Spotlight
Watch interviews with the 2025 Best of Show & Trail of Tears Award winners.
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