Franklin NC Returns Sacred 'Star Place' to Cherokee Tribe
By Marge | Published 2026-01-08T14:14:39.496Z
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In a unanimous vote, the town of Franklin, NC, has returned a significant ancestral mound to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. This act marks a pivotal moment in reconciliation and honors the sacred history of the site.
FRANKLIN, N.C. – In a unanimous vote Tuesday night, the town of Franklin officially returned a significant ancestral mound known as Noquisiyi, or 'Star Place,' to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), marking a historic moment of reconciliation and honoring the profound spiritual connection the tribe holds with the land.The Significance of NoquisiyiNoquisiyi, translated as 'Star Place,' is more than just an archaeological site; it is a place of deep spiritual and cultural significance for