Fitzhugh Mounds

Fitzhugh Mounds is an archaeological site in Madison Parish, Louisiana, with two remaining artificial earth structures built by the Plaquemine Mississippians. These structures vary in form and size and together create a system designed for ceremonial use.

The site was originally built by the Plaquemine Mississippians between 1200 and 1541 and was first recorded in 1848. The complex once contained seven mounds arranged around a central plaza.

The mounds show how the Plaquemine Mississippians organized their community and held religious ceremonies. Visitors can see today how such earth structures served as central gathering places for cultural activities.

The site sits at the intersection of State Highway 602 and Busby Road on private property visible from public roads. Visitors should keep distance from the mounds and view them from the public right-of-way without entering the property.

One of the remaining mounds, known as Mound D, still functions as an active cemetery and shows the continuity of this place across centuries. This dual role as both historical monument and modern burial ground makes it a place where history remains part of everyday life.