Chickasaw Press

11/24/2025

✨ Join us tomorrow — Author Trey Hays will be at the Chickasaw Nation Tribal Library for a special reading of his early reader chapter book, "Totally Possum."

Possum just wants to dance, and she is prepared to DAZZLE! After an embarrassing moment shatters her dream of performing in the school talent show, she decides to run away deep into the woods. Will she ever dance again?

Totally Possum introduces children to the world of independent reading while exploring the emotions of adolescence. The book also includes glossaries to help readers learn performance terminology and connect to Chikashshanompa’ (the Chickasaw language).

📅 Tuesday, Nov. 25
⏰ 10 A.M.–12 P.M.
📍 1003 Chamber Loop, Ada, OK 74820

11/21/2025

Chickasaws have always demonstrated an awareness of place and a sense of their relationship with the land. Learn the story of our people from the advent of American colonization to the present day.

From the detailed 1723 deerskin map gifted to Carolina colonists by Chickasaw leader Fani' Minko' to modern charts and satellite images constructed by the Chickasaw Nation’s geospatial information department, this atlas brings together a collection of more than 150 maps and images.

Learn more: https://aachompa.com/products/a-chickasaw-historical-atlas?_pos=1&_sid=aa7eaeb77&_ss=r

Chickasaws have always demonstrated an awareness of place and a sense of their relationship with the land. From the detailed 1723 deerskin map gifted to Carolina colonists by Chickasaw leader Fani' Minko' to modern charts and satellite images constructed by the Chickasaw Nation’s geospatial inform...

11/20/2025

Chickasaw Press wishes Fuller Bumpers a Happy Birthday! 🎈

Fuller, an attorney from Batesville, Ark., is a writer and historian specializing in First American issues. He is a contributing author to “Chickasaw Removal,” which was the recipient of the Chickasaw Press Holisso Award, the Independent Publisher Award and an Oklahoma Book Award Finalist. Learn more: https://aachompa.com/pages/authors/fuller-l-bumpers

11/18/2025

How to Make a Chickasaw Beaded Collar — Join Desiree Gaines from the Chickasaw Nation Department of Culture and Humanities, as she walks you through a step-by-step tutorial using techniques passed down through generations.

Whether you’re new to beading, or looking to deepen your cultural knowledge, this beginner-friendly guide will inspire and educate.



https://youtu.be/ZNLmP0DIx1o?si=3rv9gSvgjm25Uo7z&t=2

11/12/2025

Check-out Mary Ruth Barnes Art and Writing’s recent interview with Book Q&As with Deborah Kalb!

Q&A with Mary Ruth Barnes about her new novel, WHERE BIRDS LAND.
https://tinyurl.com/2nv97m6m

11/12/2025

Lunch Break? Stop by the Chickasaw Press bookstore today for an exclusive author signing event, 12-2 P.M.📚

➡️ Kungfu Cowboy Tex-Asian Smokehouse (available to purchase,) author meet-and-greets — don’t miss out!

🚘 Located at the Chickasaw Nation Department of Culture and Humanities: 1020 N Mississippi, Ada, OK 74820.

11/11/2025

Chickasaw Press bookstore and offices are closed today in observance of Veterans Day. We will resume normal business hours on Wednesday.

11/10/2025

Bookstore Event, Nov. 12 📚 — Discover new reads, meet featured authors, and enjoy a fun afternoon at the Chickasaw Press Bookstore!
- Lunch available for purchase from Kungfu Cowboy Tex-Asian Smokehouse.
- Plus, a photo op with our White Dog Press inflatable!

G.M. DiDesidero - Author Page + Mary Ruth Barnes Art and Writing

11/08/2025

Chimaafammi nittak achiyoppa'shki, Governor!

Join us in wishing Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby a happy birthday.

11/05/2025

In 2023, the Chickasaw Nation Heritage Preservation Division secured a Tribal Heritage Grant from the National Park Service to deepen understanding of Chickasaw culture and values. This grant facilitated a unique opportunity for Chickasaw elders to visit our historic Homeland and engage with the Chickasaw Explorers. Learn more:

In 2023, the Chickasaw Nation Heritage Preservation Division secured a Tribal Heritage Grant from the National Park Service to deepen understanding of Chicka...

11/03/2025

Writer's Digest — Chickasaw Press Author Mary Ruth Barnes shared the research and writing process she used for her historical novel "Where Birds Land," inspired by her great-grandmother’s story. Read it here: https://www.writersdigest.com/the-research-and-writing-process-for-my-historical-novel

Mary Ruth Barnes Art and Writing

11/03/2025

Native American Heritage Month — Chickasaw Press is celebrating our heritage and diverse array of authors. Since 2006, Chickasaw Press has had the opportunity to preserve, perpetuate and provide an awareness of Chickasaw history and culture. We look forward to celebrating this month!