Old Mobile Site, Archaeological site in Mobile County, United States
The Old Mobile Site contains remains of structures, including a wooden fort, church, and administrative buildings spread across a formal street grid layout.
French colonists established this settlement in 1702 as Fort Louis de la Louisiane, which served as the first capital of French Louisiana until 1711.
Archaeological excavations at the site have revealed numerous artifacts showing the daily activities and interactions between French settlers, Native Americans, and Canadian traders.
The site, located at Twenty-Seven Mile Bluff along the Mobile River, offers educational programs and guided tours for visitors interested in colonial history.
Research teams have identified approximately 100 colonial-era structures that housed 350 inhabitants, including homes, a blacksmith shop, taverns, and military barracks.
Location: Mobile County
GPS coordinates: 30.96861,-87.99389
Latest update: May 18, 2025 18:48
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