Bill & Traci Rabbit

CN accepting applications for 31st annual Homecoming Art Show

Cherokee Nation is now accepting applications for the 31st annual Cherokee Homecoming Art Show, presented Aug. 8 through Sept. 12 at the Gallery at Cherokee Springs.

Juried artists compete for more than $18,000 in two divisions: traditional and contemporary. The traditional division is defined as arts customary to Cherokee people before European contact and consists of three categories: basketry, pottery and traditional arts.

Read more at https://www.sequoyahcountytimes.com/article/5872,cn-accepting-applications-for-31st-annual-homecoming-art-show

It was an honor and privilege to be the featured artist for the 50th Dance of the Two Moons gala fundraiser for the Indian Health Care Resource Center in Tulsa. It was a full circle moment for me continuing the legacy. Dad had the honor in 1998. The evening was even more special having Johnny, sister Kim and my handsome nephew Jacob there with me. I know Dad was smiling big. I felt his presence all evening ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

Some legacies are not left behind… they are carried forward with every brushstroke. ❤️

My dad, Bill Rabbit, poured his spirit, stories, and vision into his art. After his passing, I made a promise to continue creating, honoring the path he paved while finding my own voice along the way. Every painting holds a piece of our journey together — a legacy rooted in culture, family, resilience, and love.

His art opened doors, inspired generations, and reminded people of the beauty and strength of Native storytelling. Today, I continue that mission with gratitude, carrying forward not only his name, but the heART behind it.