Birdwatchers from across the country travel to Oklahoma and the Chickasaw Nation every year to view the thousands of bald eagles that flock to the state to make their winter home. While there are many areas to see the United States national bird, the Chickasaw Nation hosts some of the best eagle habitats.
The Chickasaw Cultural Center will highlight the American bald eagle during the annual Celebrate the Eagle Day, Saturday, Jan. 10, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The day gives patrons an opportunity to learn about the majestic birds and pay tribute to a U.S. national symbol that is also culturally significant.
Planned special events include a dance presentation by Wahweah Dance Crew at 11:30 a.m.; “Seeing an Eagle” presentation by Matthew Sanchez, Chickasaw Cultural Center cultural instructor, at 1 p.m.; feather painting by Chickasaw artist Vicki Cowger at 1:45 p.m.; and a screening of “American Eagle” at 2:30 p.m. in the Anoli Theatre.
In addition, First American artist Brent Greenwood will conduct a live paint, the National Park Service will host an information booth and the Eagle’s Nest Bowl, quinoa and roasted sweet potatoes topped with an egg, avocado slices and pumpkin seeds, is the featured special in the Aaimpa Café.
For more information, visit ChickasawCulturalCenter. com or call 580-622-7130.