Cherokee Historical and Preservation Society
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      • BUY TICKETS
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      • ROAD TO PROSPERITY
      • GALLERY OF HEROS
      • HERITAGE HALL
      • STRENGTH AND LEGACY
      • ON FILM
      • POSSOM TROT
      • IRENE PAVILLION
    • STEM ZONES
      • STEM LAB
      • ARTS EXPERIENCE
      • TRAINING ROOM
      • HALL OF FAME
      • THE TELEPORTER
    • FORT THICKETTY
    • Liberty Trail
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    • About Us
      • THE MUSEUM
      • STAFF DIRECTORY
      • CHAPS
      • BOARD OF TRUSTEES
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  • Home
  • Visit
    • BUY TICKETS
    • GROUP TOURS
  • Exhibits
    • EXHIBITS
    • LAND OF REVOLUTIONS
    • ROAD TO PROSPERITY
    • GALLERY OF HEROS
    • HERITAGE HALL
    • STRENGTH AND LEGACY
    • ON FILM
    • POSSOM TROT
    • IRENE PAVILLION
  • STEM ZONES
    • STEM LAB
    • ARTS EXPERIENCE
    • TRAINING ROOM
    • HALL OF FAME
    • THE TELEPORTER
  • FORT THICKETTY
  • Liberty Trail
  • Education
  • About Us
    • THE MUSEUM
    • STAFF DIRECTORY
    • CHAPS
    • BOARD OF TRUSTEES
  • Archives
  • VOLUNTEER
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Stories of Strength and Legacy

 Exhibits that honor the resilience, contributions, and enduring impact of African Americans in our community and beyond. Through personal narratives, historical artifacts, and immersive experiences, the museum invites visitors to explore powerful stories of perseverance, achievement, and cultural heritage that continue to shape our shared history. 

 

Van "Turkey" Craig, was a talented racer and crew member who made his mark in the world of motorsports.

He worked behind the scenes for drivers in NASCAR and he also took to the track himself right here at Cherokee Speedway.

We’re honored to share and celebrate Van "Turkey" Craig’s life and legacy.

“We may encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated.”


Maya Angelou

Charles Foster

Charles Foster

Charles Foster

 Cherokee County's first Olympian, who competed in the 1976 Olympics in Montreal, Canada. Foster went on to coach future hurdlers to serve in planning and organizing of future Olympic Games. Sadly, this talented Olympian and coach passed away in 2019.

Isaac Powell, Jr.

Charles Foster

Charles Foster

  Aside from his football prowess at Granard High School, Isaac Powell also had some baking chops. As head chef at Carroll Hotel, he is famous for his Lemon Meringue Pie.

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