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Trail History
Our Cover photo is from a mural entitled "The Trail of Tears" by Robert Lindneux. Click Below to read more...
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About the Association
In 1993, through the efforts of the National Park Service and the Trail of Tears Advisory Council, the Trail of Tears Association was created and incorporated in Missouri as a non-profit organization.
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Research, Reports & Other Papers
The Trail of Tears Association has many resources about the history of the removal , the trail itself and the many individuals that were involved.
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Springfield, MO

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Trail of Tears News

28th Annual Conference and Symposium

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February 3, 2025

September 29-October 1, 2025University Plaza HotelSpringfield, MO The 28th Annual National Trail of Tears Conference & Symposium Conference Program COMING SOON Conference …

The Papers of Dr. Duane King

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March 30, 2023

A message from the Director

National Trail of Tears Association

Resources & Publications

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National Trail of Tears Association - Research, Reports and Paper
National Trail of Tears Association - reading list

The Trail of Tears represents a significant moment in the history of Native Americans.  The Trail tells the story of the Cherokee Nation and its removal from its lands East of the Mississippi to Indian Territory, which is now Oklahoma.  The Trail is the story of us.  It reminds us of where we’ve been and who we are!

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The Trail of Tears:
A Story of Cherokee
Removal

The Cherokee Nation tried many different strategies to avoid removal by the United States government.

Link to Smithsonian
Lesson Plans
What Does It Mean to
Remove a People?

This online lesson helps students and teachers understand the history of Native Nations and the United States.