Kamp Mound Site, Archaeological mound complex in Calhoun County, United States.
The Kamp Mound Site comprises seven prehistoric mounds along the Illinois River, spanning an area of 20 acres near Illinois Route 100 north of Kampsville.
The site includes a village settlement dating from 450 to 700 AD and seven mounds constructed between 100 BC and 450 AD by the Havana Hopewell culture.
Archaeological excavations at the Kamp Mound Site reveal extensive evidence of ceremonial practices, burials, and regional trade activities of prehistoric indigenous communities.
The National Register of Historic Places designation ensures continuous preservation and research opportunities for understanding prehistoric Native American settlement patterns in Illinois.
Shell fragments and animal bones recovered from the site indicate specific dietary patterns and resource utilization methods of early inhabitants in the Illinois River region.
Location: Calhoun County
GPS coordinates: 39.33220,-90.62080
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:15
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