Green Mound, Pre-Columbian shell mound in Ponce Inlet, United States.
Green Mound is a shell mound at Ponce Inlet composed of layered oyster and clam shells rising about 30 feet above sea level. The structure contains the stacked remains of pre-Columbian settlements spanning multiple occupation periods.
The mound accumulated through repeated depositing of shells over many generations, indicating long-term habitation of the site. Archaeological investigations in the 1940s uncovered evidence of continuous occupation including fire pits, postholes, and clay floors.
The mound reveals how people of different social ranks lived together in one community, with leaders situated at higher elevations. The structure shows visible differences in status and daily life among residents.
The site remains visible from South Peninsula Drive and is accessible for visitors wishing to explore the grounds. The elevated mound offers views across the surrounding landscape and coastal areas.
Portions of the mound were excavated in 1933 for road construction before the state moved to protect the remaining structure. This early damage underscores the importance of preserving what still stands today.
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