The image is a photograph of a black and white sign on a pole. The sign is rectangular in shape and has a white background with black text. The text reads "Nikwasi, This mound marks site of old Cherokee town, Nikwasi. A council of Sir Alexander Cumming with the Indians here led to a treaty, 1730." The sign also has a circular emblem on the top left corner. In the background, there are trees, power lines, and a cloudy sky.