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On July 6, 2002, the Cherokee Heritage Center will present Stone Carving with Harry Oosahwee, as part of the Summer Showcase Program. The Summer Showcase Program allows museum visitors the opportunity to meet traditional Cherokee artisans, watch demonstrations (how traditional works are made), and buy directly from the artists. Many of the artist's works are sought by collectors and can only be found within Cherokee Nation.

"The Cherokee culture is rich in what is considered today arts and crafts, but for the Cherokee people of old, these arts were a way of life. Where baskets and pottery now adorn our homes as decorations, these items were originally made out of necessity. To preserve this rich culture, the Cherokee Heritage Center presents a program in conjunction with Cherokee Heritage Arts called 'Cherokee Artist Summer Showcase'", statement from the Cherokee National Historical Society.

On Saturday, July 13, 2002 the Cherokee Heritage Center's, Cherokee Artist Summer Showcase', will present Basketry with Kathryn Kelly. For more information on presentations of Cherokee artisans, visit the path to the schedule for the 2002 Summer Showcase.