Rowlandton Mound Site

Rowlandton Mound Site is an archaeological location in McCracken County featuring a central platform mound and remains of a settlement from ancient times. The site spans about 3 hectares near the Ohio River with physical evidence of past occupation and structures.

The settlement developed between 1100 and 1350 CE on the edge of an ancient lake as a Mississippian cultural center. It was founded by local Late Woodland peoples who built it independently rather than as an outpost of nearby established sites.

The site reveals how indigenous people organized their communities and traded with distant regions during the Mississippian period. Visitors can see evidence of craft production and daily routines that shaped life in this riverside settlement.

Visitors need to obtain permission from local authorities and coordinate access before visiting this archaeological site. Since it is an active research location, exploration is restricted and typically requires prior arrangement or guidance.

Research found that this location was founded by local communities rather than as an extension of established settlements nearby. This discovery challenges assumptions about how Mississippian settlements spread and developed in the Ohio River region.

Location: Kentucky

GPS coordinates: 37.09500,-88.63650

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:23