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Culture
Culture comes from the shared values of a community. It lives in the lessons our elders teach us through stories. It breathes when we speak the language of our ancestors. It thrives when we care for our families, friends, and neighbors. Culture Keepers are the beating heart of the Choctaw Nation.
Haleigh Gibson
Princess
Haleigh Gibson connected with her Choctaw roots at age 12, thanks to the guidance of her beloved aunt. Hear her story.
Mike Mings
Pastor
Treating others with kindness and respect is a time-honored trait of the Choctaw People. In the latest Together, We’re More video, Pastor Mike Mings discusses the importance of faith, compassion and fairness.
Grant Brittan
Outdoorsman
For Grant Brittan, being Choctaw is all about being connected—with family, community, God, and the earth. Hear more about his life as an outdoorsman.
Erica Cunningham
Singer
Choctaw singer Erica Cunningham uses music to celebrate her faith and culture. See how God and her Chahta heritage have impacted her life.
Gary Batton
Leader
Chief Gary Batton knows what it’s like to face challenges, but he also knows how important it is to use all the tools in your belt to turn things around. This month, hear his personal story.
Wilson Roberts
Storyteller
Wilson Roberts has lived a lifetime of stories. Now, he shares those stories with others who want to learn more about the Choctaw people and their ways of life.
Brenner Billy
Craftsman
Brenner Billy is a Choctaw tribal member whose family history is interwoven with the game of stickball. As a program coordinator for the Choctaw Cultural Center, he brings the history and traditions of the Choctaw people to life for fellow tribal members and visitors from all over.