Preserving the Past

Inspiring the Future

Preserving the Past

Inspiring the Future

Roots and Resilience is dedicated to preserving and sharing Chickasaw artifacts, stories, and historical documents. By archiving these pieces of history, we ensure that the rich culture and legacy of the Chickasaw Nation continue to inspire future generations.

Honoring Chickasaw History

Preserve
  • – Archive and digitally exhibit

  • – Chickasaw artefacts

  • – Historical documents

Educate

Host in-person workshops to teach authentic Indigenous history

Advocate

Promote Native American civil rights and liberties.

About Us

Our Mission

The site serves as a testament to the rich history of the Chickasaw Nation and the broader Roots and Resilience Project. Roots and Resilience is dedicated to preserving narratives, artifacts, photos, and original documents from other Chickasaw families and tribes, preserving integral parts of American history and fostering an ongoing dialogue of understanding and appreciation.

Honoring ancestors by teaching their stories. Because history belongs to all of us.

Roots And Resil

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Roots and Resilience: Preserving the Identity and Heritage of the Chickasaw People
This book serves as a testament to the rich history of the Chickasaw Nation and the broader Roots and Resilience Project. Roots and Resilience is dedicated to preserving narratives, artifacts, photos, and original documents from other Chickasaw families and tribes..

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Roots & Resilience

About Me

Hi! I’m Kendall McGuire. Inspired by my Chickasaw heritage and family stories, I started researching at 13. By 15, I published a book and launched Roots and Resilience to share and preserve Chickasaw history.

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