Sims Site

Sims Site is an archaeological complex featuring several platform mounds and thick deposits of settlement debris along a bayou in Louisiana. The remains spread across both banks of the waterway, with at least two mounds still visible above ground today.

The site saw three phases of occupation spanning roughly one thousand years, from around 800 CE through 1800 CE. The sequence reveals how communities adapted to the landscape over this long period.

The inhabitants maintained trade networks throughout the Lower Mississippi Valley, exchanging marine resources such as shells and shell beads with distant communities.

The site sits in a swampy area along a bayou system, so visitors should expect muddy or wet conditions and dress accordingly. The mounds are visible from the shoreline, though access can vary depending on water levels and seasonal weather.

One striking detail is the sequence of pottery techniques found here, showing how local craftspeople gradually shifted their manufacturing methods over centuries. This transformation in how vessels were made and decorated reflects the movement of ideas from distant regions.

Location: Louisiana

GPS coordinates: 29.85490,-90.45320

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:24