At the center of the Poarch Creek community, the effort to preserve and revive the Muscogee (spelled in traditional Creek as “Mvskoke”) language is a preservation of identity, memory, and connection and the survival of a living culture – not just words. When we speak Muscogee, we are honoring our ancestors and affirming that our […]

Many people don’t realize how closely the work in the Poarch Creek Indians Tribal Historic Preservation Department (THPD) ties into who we are as Poarch Creek people. Their mission goes beyond preserving artifacts or old buildings; it’s about protecting our identity, reinforcing our sovereignty, and ensuring our story continues to be told by us. Did […]

As you plan your travels to the Gulf Coast this summer, consider making a meaningful stop at the Poarch Creek Indians Museum and Welcome Center in Atmore, Alabama. Located just off I-65 at Exit 54, this inviting destination offers an educational and enriching experience for all visitors—whether you’re on a family road trip, a teacher […]

As you plan your travels to the Gulf Coast this summer, consider making a meaningful stop at the Poarch Creek Indians Museum and Welcome Center in Atmore, Alabama. Located just off I-65 at Exit 54, this inviting destination offers an educational and enriching experience for all visitors—whether you’re on a family road trip, a teacher […]

As you plan your travels to the Gulf Coast this summer, consider making a meaningful stop at the Poarch Creek Indians Museum and Welcome Center in Atmore, Alabama. Located just off I-65 at Exit 54, this inviting destination offers an educational and enriching experience for all visitors—whether you’re on a family road trip, a teacher […]

As you plan your travels to the Gulf Coast this summer, consider making a meaningful stop at the Poarch Creek Indians Museum and Welcome Center in Atmore, Alabama. Located just off I-65 at Exit 54, this inviting destination offers an educational and enriching experience for all visitors, whether you’re on a family road trip, a […]

For generations, the Poarch Creek Indians have been committed to fostering opportunity—not just for Tribal members, but for communities across Alabama and beyond. Through strategic investments, business ventures, and a deep-rooted dedication to economic growth, the Tribe has emerged as a powerful force in job creation. With thousands of jobs created in Alabama supported by […]

Over the past year, numerous Alabama communities have had the chance to delve into the rich history of the Poarch Creek Indians through community screenings of The Forgotten Creeks, an Emmy Award-winning documentary. The film has resonated with both adults and school-aged children, offering a poignant look at the Tribe’s perseverance and the efforts that […]

Over the past year, numerous Alabama communities have had the chance to delve into the rich history of the Poarch Creek Indians through community screenings of The Forgotten Creeks, an Emmy Award-winning documentary. The film has resonated with both adults and school-aged children, offering a poignant look at the Tribe’s perseverance and the efforts that […]

Over the past year, numerous Alabama communities have had the chance to delve into the rich history of the Poarch Creek Indians through community screenings of The Forgotten Creeks, an Emmy Award-winning documentary. The film has resonated with both adults and school-aged children, offering a poignant look at the Tribe’s perseverance and the efforts that […]