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Traditional Native Games

Marbles

Qualifying Event
Traditional Native Games are back! All are welcome for fun and fellowship. The first six events are qualifiers for the Traditional Native Games Championship. All games are open to the public and are at no cost to the competitor or spectator.

An enjoyable team game that is played using marbles the size of billiard balls, on a field approximately 100 feet long, with five holes, placed 10 to 12 yards apart, forming an L-shape.

Event Details
Event Details
  • April 12, 2025
  • 10 AM – 12 PM
  • No-We-Ta Cherokee Community Center

1020 Lenape Dr
Nowata, OK 74048
Event Details
Event Details
  • April 12, 2025
  • 10 AM – 12 PM
  • No-We-Ta Cherokee Community Center

1020 Lenape Dr
Nowata, OK 74048
10 AM – Youth Ages 14 & Under
11 AM – Adults Ages 15 & Up

Jared Davis
jared-davis@cherokee.org
918.871.9478

Participants will receive water and ice. One shirt per sport per qualifier will be provided.
The top three placers at each event will receive a t-shirt and an invitation to compete in the championship.
  • Free Museum Admission
  • Food & Beverages
  • Must-See Events
  • Restrooms
  • Water Refill Station
Event Details
Event Details
  • April 12, 2025
  • 10 AM – 12 PM
  • No-We-Ta Cherokee Community Center

1020 Lenape Dr
Nowata, OK 74048
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