Hoskin said in a press release that the tribe will look to opening its casinos after consulting with health officials. Whether we can prevent the spread of a few cases or many cases within our tribe and within our community, we are being vigilant in protecting our people,” Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr.

We continue our commitment to being proactive. “For the Cherokee Nation, our first priority is our people and making sure our citizens, employees and patrons are safe and cared for during this pandemic.

The tribe operates 10 casinos across the state, in Tulsa, West Siloam Springs, Roland, Grove, Ramona, Sallisaw, South Coffeyville, Tahlequah and in Claremore.ĭuring the closure, the chief says that all employees will continue being paid. The tribe's chief says that casinos are expected to remain closed through March 31 as coronavirus spreads through the United States. TAHLEQUAH - The Cherokee Nation announced it's closing all of the tribe's casinos and hotels, including the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, at midnight Monday.

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