Mitchell Archaeological Site
Mitchell Archaeological Site, Archaeological site in Mitchell, US.
The Mitchell Archaeological Site is an excavation area in Madison County, Illinois that preserves the remains of an ancient settlement with a platform mound. The grounds contain traces of village structures and residential spaces from prehistory.
This site served as a major settlement center for Mississippi culture communities between 1150 and 1200. It was the second largest center within a network of ancient villages in the region.
Archaeological excavations at the Mitchell site revealed patterns of ancient settlement construction and agricultural practices through discovered tools and structural remains.
The location is easily accessible and can be visited under normal conditions, with both guided tours and self-exploration available. Visitors should prepare for changing weather and bring sturdy footwear.
Emergency excavations in the 1970s before highway construction saved important findings about settlement structure and daily life. These efforts recovered tools and other artifacts showing how residents lived.
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