Robbinsville
In Robbinsville, the Junaluska Museum and Gravesite serve as the center for Cherokee Heritage Trails. At this small, remarkable museum created by members of the Snowbird community of Cherokees from the Eastern Band, you will find information on sites and events in this area. The Junaluska Memorial and Museum also present information on the Cherokee leader Junaluska, a walking trail with medicine plants, exhibits of artifacts from this area more than 6,000 years old and the story of the Trail of Tears for this region.
Attractions in Robbinsville
Junaluska Museum and Memorial »
This museum and memorial honor the Cherokee leader who was who was held in high esteem by both Cherokees and whites.
Sites Trips Around Robbinsville
Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest »
This special Memorial Park bears the name of British poet, soldier and journalist Joyce Kilmer (1886-1918) in tribute to his poem "Trees."
Nantahala Gorge »
This steep-sided, narrow gorge is a place of natural beauty and Cherokee legend.
Scenic Drive: Cherohala Skyway »
Panoramic vistas are visible from this two-lane road traversing 40 miles of mountain ridges.
Stecoah Valley Center »
Stecoh Union School welcomed its first students in 1926. Today, the Stecoah Valley Center preserves this historic site and promotes Southern Appalachian mountain culture.
Tatham Gap Trail »
This ancient trail was part of the Cherokee Trail of Tears.