Ocmulgee Mounds
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The Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park in Macon, Georgia, is a significant archaeological site preserving ancient indigenous cultures in the southeastern United States. Spread over 700 acres along the Ocmulgee River, the park showcases earthen mounds constructed by Native American peoples over millennia, including the impressive Great Temple Mound standing at 56 feet tall. With a history spanning over 17,000 years of continuous human occupation, the site represents various periods, notably the Mississippian culture from 800 to 1600 CE. Visitors can explore mounds, a reconstructed earth lodge, and exhibits at the visitor center, offering insights into the daily lives and ceremonial practices of the region's past inhabitants.
(Submitted by Jimmy Olsen)