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NOTICE: New Echota Historic Site is open Thursday-Saturday only.

New Echota is one of the most significant Cherokee Indian sites in the nation and was where the tragic “Trail of Tears” officially began.  In 1825, the Cherokee national legislature established a capital called New Echota at the headwaters of the Oostanaula River. During its short history, New Echota was the site of the first Indian language newspaper office, a court case which carried to the U.S. Supreme Court, one of the earliest experiments in national self government by an Indian tribe, the signing of a treaty which relinquished Cherokee claims to lands east of the Mississippi River, and the assembly of Indians for removal west on the infamous Trail of Tears.

Today, visitors can see 12 original and reconstructed buildings, including the Council House, Court House, Print Shop, Missionary Samuel Worcester's home, and an 1805 store, as well as outbuildings such as smoke houses, corn cribs and barns. In the visitor center, guest can purchase souvenirs, books, music and view interpretive exhibits and a 17-minute film.  A one-mile nature trail leads visitors to New Town Creek, a small beaver pond and the Worcester House.

Hours: Thursday-Saturday / 9AM-5PM
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
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Admission: $4.50-$6.50
Group rates available with advance notice.

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FACILITIES:
  • Self-Guided Tour - brochure & map (pdf file - 1.6MB)
  • Visitor Center and Film
  • Gift Shop
  • 1-Mile Nature Trail
  • Coosawattee River Fishing and Boat Ramp
  • Cherokee History / Genealogy Research Library
  • Bus Parking

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  Note: New Echota Historic Site has no reservable facilities.  

Events
50th Anniversary of New Echota State Historic Site
Saturday, May 12, 2012
Our official dedication was held back on May 12, 1962. We'll celebrate 50 years of New Echota Historic Site memories on May 12, 2012. Mark your calendar, plan to attend next year's event and stay tuned here for details on this great celebration. 706-624-1321.

  Address/Directions
New Echota Historic Site
1211 Chatsworth Hwy NE
Calhoun , GA 30701

GPS Coordinates:
N 34.540433 | W 084.910033
Located in Calhoun one mile east of I-75 exit #317 on Ga. Hwy. 225.

 
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New Echota Historic Site
1211 Chatsworth Hwy NE
Calhoun, GA 30701 View Details


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New Echota Historic Site
 
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