Collinsville, Illinois: Cahokia Mounds
Remains of the most sophisticated prehistoric Indian civilization north of Mexico.
- Address:
- 30 Ramey St, Collinsville, IL
- Directions:
- Entrance to the State Historic Site is on the south side of Collinsville Rd about four miles west of Collinsville. Monks Mound is on the north side, with its own parking lot.
- Hours:
- Dawn-dusk. (Call to verify)
- Phone:
- 618-346-5160
- Admission:
- Donations welcome.
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This is the remains of the most sophisticated prehistoric Indian civilization north of Mexico. There are 69 remaining man-made earthen mounds and a wooden sun calendar. An Interpretive Center tells about the culture and city once located there. There are events and activities that demonstrate the Indian culture. The largest mound, Monks Mound, can be seen from Interstate-55/70.
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