Geneva Holman

Geneva Holman
Geneva Holman

Geneva Holman

Geneva Holman has been integral in the preservation of the Chickasaw language. She is a Silver Feather Award recipient and has been a member of the Chickasaw Language Committee since its inception.
Geneva Holman

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Colonel Jessica M. Owens, USMC, Retired

Colonel Jessica M. Owens, USMC, Retired
Colonel Jessica M. Owens, USMC, Retired

Colonel Jessica M. Owens, USMC, Retired

Col. Jessica Owens is a trailblazing aviator with a distinguished combat service record. She is a recipient of the Legion of Merit, the Air Medal with bronze numeral nine, the Navy Commendation Medal (gold star in lieu of second award) and the Navy Achievement Medal.
Colonel Jessica M. Owens, USMC, Retired

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Jackson D. Pettigrew

Jackson D. Pettigrew
Jackson D. Pettigrew

Jackson D. Pettigrew

Jack Pettigrew is an international artist and First American advocate. He served on multiple councils where his work helped close gaps in higher education, financial aid and civil rights protections.
Jackson D. Pettigrew

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Carlin Thompson

Carlin Thompson
Carlin Thompson

Carlin Thompson

Carlin Thompson is a Chickasaw speaker and dedicated language preservationist. As an original member of the Chickasaw Language Committee, he has been instrumental in establishing methods for preserving Chickasaw vocabulary.
Carlin Thompson

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Lt. Col. (Ret.) Deanna Marie Tuley

Lt. Col. (Ret.) Deanna Marie Tuley
Lt. Col. (Ret.) Deanna Marie Tuley

Lt. Col. (Ret.) Deanna Marie Tuley

Lt. Col. (Ret.) Deanna Tuley was a highly decorated Air Force veteran, an accomplished attorney and a dedicated leader within the American Red Cross. During her remarkable life, she continued a deep connection to her Chickasaw heritage.
Lt. Col. (Ret.) Deanna Marie Tuley

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Geneva Holman

Geneva Holman

Geneva Holman has been integral in the preservation of the Chickasaw language. She is a Silver Feather Award recipient and has been a member of the Chickasaw Language Committee since its inception.
Colonel Jessica M. Owens, USMC, Retired

Colonel Jessica M. Owens, USMC, Retired

Col. Jessica Owens is a trailblazing aviator with a distinguished combat service record. She is a recipient of the Legion of Merit, the Air Medal with bronze numeral nine, the Navy Commendation Medal (gold star in lieu of second award) and the Navy Achievement Medal.
Jackson D. Pettigrew

Jackson D. Pettigrew

Jack Pettigrew is an international artist and First American advocate. He served on multiple councils where his work helped close gaps in higher education, financial aid and civil rights protections.
Carlin Thompson

Carlin Thompson

Carlin Thompson is a Chickasaw speaker and dedicated language preservationist. As an original member of the Chickasaw Language Committee, he has been instrumental in establishing methods for preserving Chickasaw vocabulary.
Lt. Col. (Ret.) Deanna Marie Tuley

Lt. Col. (Ret.) Deanna Marie Tuley

Lt. Col. (Ret.) Deanna Tuley was a highly decorated Air Force veteran, an accomplished attorney and a dedicated leader within the American Red Cross. During her remarkable life, she continued a deep connection to her Chickasaw heritage.

“Induction into the Chickasaw Hall of Fame is a high honor bestowed upon Chickasaw citizens who have distinguished themselves through outstanding contributions to the Chickasaw Nation and our communities.”

Bill Anoatubby, Governor
The Chickasaw Nation

Since 1987, the Chickasaw Hall of Fame has honored Chickasaw citizens, past and present, who have made a profound impact on the Chickasaw Nation, Chickasaw people and the greater community. Since that time, Chickasaws from a variety of fields and professions have been inducted for their significant achievements and contributions.

The Aaholiitobli’ Honor Garden at the Chickasaw Cultural Center in Sulphur, Oklahoma, commemorates each member of the Chickasaw Hall of Fame. Their influence leaves a lasting mark on the rich legacy of the Chickasaw people.

Live streaming of the 2026 Chickasaw Hall of Fame begins April 16 at 6 P.M. CDT.

AAHOLIITOBLI' HONOR GARDEN

The Aaholiitobli' ("a place to honor") Honor Garden pays tribute to the Chickasaw leaders, elders and warriors who made us the proud and vibrant people we are today.

Honor Garden Icon NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Medal of Honor recipient and Chickasaw citizen honored

Medal of Honor recipient and Chickasaw citizen honored

01.27.2026
Chickasaw Hall of Fame inductee and Medal of Honor recipient Lt. Col. Raymond G. Harvey was honored by his adopted hometown of Pasadena…
Chickasaw Hall of Fame nominations now accepted

Chickasaw Hall of Fame nominations now accepted

10.21.2025
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026 class of the Chickasaw Hall of Fame.
Five inducted into 2025 Chickasaw Hall of Fame

Five inducted into 2025 Chickasaw Hall of Fame

04.22.2025
Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby inducted five Chickasaws into the Chickasaw Hall of Fame April 17.