Details for Cherokees in Dallas

Historical Marker — Atlas Number 5113006650

Data

Marker Number 6650
Atlas Number 5113006650
Marker Title Cherokees in Dallas
Index Entry Cherokees in Dallas
Address 1717 Gano St.
City Dallas
County Dallas
UTM Zone 14
UTM Easting 706995
UTM Northing 3628473
Subject Codes Native Americans
Marker Year 1968
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark No
Marker Location in Old City Park at 1717 Gano St., Dallas
Private Property No
Marker Condition In Situ
Marker Size 20" x 20"
Marker Text Ninety Cherokee Indians, led by Chief Bowles, immigrated to this area from Arkansas Territory in 1819, but were driven out 2 years later by hostile Indians who resented the intrusion. Remnants of group signed Treaty of Sept. 29, 1843, agreeing to respect the Republic of Texas and its settlers. 1968

Location Map

View this record in full map (opens in new tab/window)