Museum
Cherokee Historical Museum
24 locals recommend
Location
87 Peachtree St
Murphy, NC
Tips from locals
the tiny museum is packed with interesting artifacts and rich with history of the area
Museum was founded in 1977 and is in the Carnegie Library building built in 1922. Great place to learn the history of the Cherokee people very educational filled with so many artifacts, which cover a lot of history, and if you ever want to know about the Trail Of Tears a place to start is here.
traces the history of the Cherokee Nation before they were removed on the Trail of Tears.
This is Murphy's hidden gem - a must see and right next door to the blue marble Courthouse. Just full of interesting antiques, artifacts, Indian culture, and even a complete log cabin! Just a few dollars entry fee and loads to see!