Aden Site

The Aden Site is an archaeological location in Issaquena County that preserves remains from multiple periods of human settlement and activity. The place holds evidence of structures, tools, and occupation patterns that document how people lived across different eras.

The site gained protection through the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, which recognized its importance for understanding the region's past. This designation ensured that the location would remain preserved for ongoing archaeological study and research.

The site reveals how people adapted to life along the Mississippi region's waterways and landscape over centuries. These findings help explain the daily patterns and choices of those who came before.

Access to the site requires obtaining proper permissions and following preservation guidelines, since it remains an active research location. Visitors should contact local authorities or the managing organization beforehand to understand access requirements.

Excavations at this location have uncovered evidence suggesting connections between different groups across a wider region than commonly assumed. These findings reveal that the area served as a crossroads for trade and exchange over centuries.

Location: Issaquena County

GPS coordinates: 32.63700,-90.83630

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:02