Anita Finger-Smith

anita headshotAnita Finger-Smith, a genealogical and historical researcher for more than twenty years, specializes in the records of the Eastern Cherokee. She is the President and CEO of Cherokee Genealogy Services, licensed by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Anita has lectured at numerous conferences, conducted local and state seminars, and facilitated regional workshops on a variety of topics relevant to the Cherokee. Among her organizational commitments, she serves on the Board of Directors of the National Trail of Tears Association and Treasurer of the North Carolina Chapter. When not attending to research, she serves as co-owner of Bearmeat’s Indian Den, an authentic Native American art gallery.

Presentation Title: Working with Tribes and Engaging Native Americans to Sustain our Trails
E-mail: 
anitavavsrep@gmail.com