Here in Alabama, you can’t travel far without discovering some type of ancient ruin. There are several ancient ruins located throughout the state, including Moundville Archaeological Site. To learn all about this ancient ruin, which reflects Alabama’s historic past, take a look below.
Moundville Archaeological Site, also known as Moundville Archaeological Park, is one of Alabama’s most interesting ancient ruins.
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Located along the Black Warrior River near the city of Tuscaloosa, this historic site was occupied by Native Americans of the Mississippian culture from around 1000 AD to 1450 AD.
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Alabama’s Moundville Archaeological Site covers 185 acres and consists of 29 platform mounds and a rectangular plaza. In 1964, it was declared a National Historic Landmark. And in 1966, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
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Other than the mounds, this historic attraction also features an archaeological laboratory and a museum filled with prehistoric artifacts.
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Even though Alabama’s Moundville Archaeological Site is one of the United States’ largest prehistoric Native American settlements, it’s still somewhat unknown. Surprisingly, many Alabamians have never heard of this incredible ancient ruin.
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There’s no denying that Moundville Archaeological Site belongs on everyone’s bucket list, especially history lovers. It’s interesting to see what life was like in Alabama many centuries ago.
google/Gina Wates For more information about Alabama’s Moundville Archeological Site, you can view its website here. You can visit this archaeological site at 634 Mound State Pkwy., Moundville, AL 35474. It’s open every day from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Have you ever visited Alabama’s Moundville Archaeological Park? If so, what did you think? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments.
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For more information about Alabama’s Moundville Archeological Site, you can view its website here. You can visit this archaeological site at 634 Mound State Pkwy., Moundville, AL 35474. It’s open every day from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Another ancient ruin that’s been around since Alabama’s prehistoric days is Russell Cave (Russell Cave National Monument). Click here to learn all about this historic cave.
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