Kituwah Returns: Cherokee Nation Reclaims Sacred Mound in Franklin
By Marge | Published 2026-02-26T20:45:59.243Z
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Location: Franklin, Macon County, North Carolina
Cherokee Nation reclaims Kituwah Mound in Franklin! A victory for cultural preservation and EBCI-led education. Learn more!
After decades of advocacy, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) is on the verge of reclaiming ownership of the Noquisiyi Mound, also known as Nikwasi or Kituwah Mound, in Franklin. The anticipated transfer marks a significant step for the tribe's cultural preservation efforts, allowing for EBCI-led storytelling, education, and community engagement.The Franklin Town Council unanimously approved the transfer from the Noquisi Initiative nonprofit on January 5, 2026. The transfer awaits EBCI
Keywords: Kituwah Mound, Cherokee Nation, EBCI, cultural preservation, Noquisiyi Mound, Franklin NC, Nikwasi Mound, repatriation