Lost Cherokee of
Arkansas and
Missouri Inc.
Cherokees on the Arkansas River
Mailing Address:
2201 Washington Ave. Conway, AR 72032
Phone: (501) 932-0928  
Fax: (501) 932-0929
Email: office@lost-cherokee.com
Who We Are

In the early 19th
century, the
traditonal
boundaries of the
Cherokee began to
be pushed from the
eastern U.S., west
across the
Mississippi River to
Arkansas and
Missouri.  Through a
series of moves by
the federal
government, the
Cherokee would be
moved again to
Oklahoma.  
However, many
stayed on the
Arkansas River,
remaining on the
only lands the
Cherokee of
Arkansas and
Missouri ever
agreed to exchange
for.
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Mission Statement

Our goal is to be federally recognized as an Indian
tribe in order for the people of the Cherokee on
the Arkansas River to have many of the benefits
currently received by other Native American
groups.  Some of our priorities include cheap and
affordable health care as well as economic
development, jobs, and financial stability for all
the members of the Lost Cherokee.
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Lost Cherokee Brings Lawsuits Against Fraudulent Splinter Groups!!!
The Lost Cherokee of Arkansas and Missouri otherwise known as the Cherokees on the Arkansas
River or The Arkansas Cherokee Nation has formally served two splinter groups with circuit
court complaints so that the in-fighting, bickering, and fraud can finally be brought to an end.  

The first group served is comprised of Bill, Harold, and Jennifer Helton of Conway, Arkansas as
well as Al McKay of Oklahoma.  In 2007 this group broke away from The Lost Cherokee and
petitioned the government to be recognized as The Arkansas Cherokee Nation otherwise known
as the Chickamauga of Arkansas.  Not only did they steal our Arkansas Cherokee Nation name,
they also still currently use our seal that was approved by vote of our tribal members.  They
have been given property in our name, set up shops in our name, and have held minor meetings
to spread discord among our people.  They were brought in front of the court on the 19th of May
and the process of ending their hurtful actions to our tribe has finally begun.

The second group to be served is based out of Dover, Arkansas.  Spreading lies and slander for
several years now and actually claim to be the Lost Cherokee throwing much confusion amongst
our people.  They still use our name and symbols and even claim to be headmen and
councilmen.  However, their time has also come.  They were in court May 18th.  This case is very
important. The BIA has said we cannot move forward with federal recognition until they are
stopped.
Update:
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*May 18, 2009--Dover case is still continuing.
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May 19, 2009--Helton's motion to dismiss their case was denied.

Court sessions will proceed as planned.

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Saturday, August 22, 2009
10th Annual Lost Cherokee Reunion
picnic
Games!
Storytelling!
Pot Luck!
Ceremonial Activities!
Come and join in on the festivities and
fellowship!!!
(at the ceremonial grounds in parks, ar)

click here to see new pics of the
grounds!!
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*Please keep Russell Jones, Jr. and his family in your prayers.
*His home was destroyed.  They said it "blew up".  He doesn't    
*really know the cause.  If anyone has any resources,
*donations, or anything they would like to help with, just call
*the office and we can get you contacted with him.
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Rob Thomason is having a
biopsy on his kidneys.  We hope
all turns out for the best.
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This historical design is available now
on t-shirts and other apparel through
our sponsor, Bear Horse Custom
Apparel.  Order now and wear your shirt
with honor to support our cause!!!!!
This design says "Lost
Cherokee" in our native
language!  It is pronounced
"u-le-na-hi-dv tsa-la-gi".