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New Echota Historic Site


Saturday, November 1, 2025

Cherokee Heritage Day
Saturday, Nov 1, 2025 10 AM to 4 PM
New Echota Historic Site - Calhoun, GA
Join staff, Friends of New Echota volunteers and special Cherokee guests as the historic Capital of New Echota comes alive with living history demonstrations, tours, games, and music. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Saturday, November 8, 2025

Orienteering 101: Compass Reading
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
New Echota Historic Site - Calhoun, GA
Join our Rangers to learn how to read a compass. The program will start in the picnic area and transverse through out the grounds of New Echota. The Ranger will teach you the skills to follow a preset course using just a compass. Admission fee required. Admission covers ranger led programs, guided tours, and self guided tours. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Saturday, December 6, 2025

First Saturday Hike
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
New Echota Historic Site - Calhoun, GA
Come explore the nature trails of New Echota with one of the Rangers. This will be the last Saturday hike of the year so don't miss out on the opportunity to explore history and nature one more time before the new year. Admission fee required. Admission includes ranger led programs, guided tours, and entry to the grounds. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Thursday, January 1, 2026

First Day Hike
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
New Echota Historic Site - Calhoun, GA
Join the Rangers and Friends of New Echota to start a new year with a glimpse into the past. Learn about Cherokee culture and history while hiking the historic Cherokee capital. Rangers will tour the town as well as hike the nature trails with guests. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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