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Sequoyah Birthplace MuseumThe mission of the Sequoyah Birthplace Museum, a property of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, is to promote the understanding and appreciation of the history and culture of the Cherokee Indians in Eastern Tennessee, particularly the life and contributions of Sequoyah. The Museum will collect, preserve, interpret, and exhibit objects and data that support this mission. Sequoyah (1776 - 1843): They called him Sequoyah. This great Cherokee Indian gave his people an enduring gift. He gave them a writing system so that the greatness of the Cherokee Nation would live forever. Never before, or since, in the history of the world has one man, not literate in any language, perfected a system for reading and writing a language. In recognition of his contributions, the Cherokee Nation awarded Sequoyah a silver medal struck in his honor and a lifetime literary pension. He continued to serve Cherokee people as a statesman and diplomat until his death. Hours: Year-round: Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm; Sunday, 12 noon-5pm; closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. Address: Phone: (423)884-6246 Website: http://www.sequoyahmuseum.org
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