What to expect
Explore History, Power, and Culture Through an Indigenous Lens Join us for an engaging conversation with Indigenous scholars, leaders, and advocates as they share perspectives on Cherokee history, community health, education, advocacy, and cultural resilience. Featuring: Dr. Freida Saylor (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians), Clinical Director of Behavioral Health Services at Cherokee Indian Hospital.Dr. Julie L. Reed (Cherokee Nation), Professor at the University of Oklahoma and author of Land, Language, and Women: A Cherokee and American Educational History.Maggie Jackson (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians), healthcare professional and Chair of the Qualla Boundary Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Community Group.Learn how Indigenous communities are addressing contemporary challenges, preserving cultural knowledge, and shaping the future through leadership, scholarship, and advocacy.
Plan it
Monday, November 16, 2026 · 6:00 PM–7:30 PM
John C Hodges Library venue guide →
Weather for this event
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Parking & arrival
Closest practical parking
Venue-specific parking is not confirmed
Downtown Knoxville parking: City-owned downtown garages are generally free Monday-Friday from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m. and on weekends, except Market Square Garage has a Saturday flat rate. On-street parking is free after 8 p.m. and on Sundays. Special-event pricing and restrictions can override the normal schedule.
We will not invent a garage, address or fee when the event listing is too imprecise. Use the official parking links below and follow posted event-day signs.