Angel Mounds, Archaeological site near Evansville, Indiana, US.
Angel Mounds spans 600 acres along the Ohio River, featuring thirteen earthen mounds and hundreds of ancient residential locations within a fortified settlement.
The settlement flourished between 1100 and 1450 CE as a significant Middle Mississippian community, housing approximately 1,000 inhabitants before its abandonment.
Archaeological excavations between 1939 and 1942 recovered 2.3 million artifacts, demonstrating the advanced agricultural practices and trading systems of the Mississippian people.
The Indiana State Museum manages the site, providing interpretive centers, walking trails, educational exhibits, and regular guided tours throughout the property.
Mound A, the central structure, reaches 44 feet in height and extends 644 feet in length, serving as the residence for the community leader.
Location: Vanderburgh County
Location: Warrick County
Address: 8215 Pollack Ave. Evansville, IN 47715
Website: https://indianamuseum.org/angel-mounds-state-historic-site
GPS coordinates: 37.94179,-87.45546
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:40
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