Trail of Tears Art Show

2027 Dates: April 3 – May 8 Visit Cherokee Nation proudly presents the 56th Annual Trail of Tears Art Show! Experience one of the country’s most prestigious Native art shows. View and purchase a variety of authentic, award-winning works of art. The Trail of Tears Art Show is the longest-running juried Native art competition in Oklahoma. Since 1972, it has fostered the artistic expression of Native American heritage. Visit Cherokee Nation proudly presents the annual Trail of Tears Art Show! Closed for 2026, we look forward to welcoming visitors next year at the longest-running juried Native art competition in Oklahoma — and one of the most prestigious Native art shows in the country. This event has fostered the artistic expression of Native American heritage since 1972. The Gallery at Cherokee Springs Plaza 3397 Cherokee Springs Road Artist Application Closed Artists will be notified by email of their acceptance no later than March 5, 2026, and accepted works will be posted by 5 p.m. that same day. Congratulations to the artists accepted into the 55th Annual Trail of Tears Art Show and thank you to all who entered. We are proud to have your work representing Native art, culture and tradition. Artist Application Opens, 10 AM CST Artist Application Closes, 11:59 PM CST Accepted Artists Notified Art Delivery Deadline, 4 PM CDT Reception, 6 – 8:30 PM CDT The Trail of Tears Art Show is a fine art exhibition and competition with established standards of excellence; as such, acceptance is juried. View complete details, entry forms and FAQs. Watch interviews with the 2026 Best of Show & Trail of Tears Award winners. Who won? Who are this year’s up-and-coming artists? Find out here. People’s Choice Award Winners You decide the winner of the 55th annual Trail of Tears Art Show! Vote for your favorite piece. Your votes are in! Find out who the people chose. Past Best of Show Winners See who won our highest honor starting from 1972. Purchasing art? Learn about the finer details of purchasing fine art. Jane Osti won Best of Show at the 55th Annual Trail of Tears Art Show. Learn more about Jane and her winning piece, “Mother Turtle”. Sign up for updates about Trail of Tears Art Show along with upcoming markets, the latest news, special events and information about authentic Cherokee experiences. Reach out to us today or email [email protected].