Native American History

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Standing Stone Monument

History of the Standing Stone

DR. Opless Walker speaks about the history of the Standing Stone.

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A unique monument in Whitaker Park, believed to be built by Cherokee Indians. A festival held on the second Sat. of Oct. to honor the monument.

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Remnants of an Ancient Stone preserved in Monterey
ANCIENT STONE preserved in
Native Americans converge on the Standing Stone every October.
Heritage
Annual Wreath & Tomahawk Ceremony
Standing Stone Day is 2nd Saturday in October each year
In the near future a scouncil house stage an moree will be added to enhance our Native American story.
FUTURE ENHANCEMENTS
New Historical Marker
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Standing Stone Monument

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STANDING STONE DAY 2019
Festival
Oct 12
Standing Stone Monument

STANDING STONE DAY 2019

Our 40th elebration at the Stone

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STANDING STONE DAY 2019
Festival
Oct 12
Standing Stone Monument

STANDING STONE DAY 2019

Geremony at the Stone

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