Obion Mounds

Obion Mounds is an archaeological site with several earthen mounds arranged around a central plaza in Tennessee. These structures formed the center of a Native American settlement where people gathered for community activities and important events.

The mounds were built between 800 and 1600 AD during the Mississippian period in North America. Archaeological evidence shows this was a significant center where people invested considerable effort to build and maintain these earthworks.

The mounds served as ceremonial platforms where Native American communities conducted important rituals and maintained social hierarchies through architectural expression.

The site has walking paths with information panels that guide you around the mounds and explain how they were built. Wear sturdy shoes since the ground can be muddy or uneven depending on weather and season.

The largest mound shows multiple construction layers added over many centuries as communities expanded and changed their settlement. These building phases help researchers understand how the people who lived here adjusted their site across generations.

Location: Tennessee

GPS coordinates: 36.40552,-88.38240

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:46