D.S. Rose Mound facts for kids
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D.S. Rose Mound
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Site of the mound
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| Nearest city | Huntsville, Ohio |
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| Area | 11 acres (4.5 ha) |
| NRHP reference No. | 75001333 |
| Added to NRHP | May 28, 1975 |
The D.S. Rose Mound was a special place in Ohio. It was a large, man-made hill built long ago by Native Americans. These types of hills are called mounds. This one was located north of Huntsville in Butler County. People also knew it as the "Holloway Mound."
Scientists believe the mound was built by the Adena culture. This was an ancient group of people who lived in Ohio. They often built mounds on high ground, like ridges. The D.S. Rose Mound was on a ridge overlooking flat land. This suggests the Adena people built it.
A Valuable Historical Site
The D.S. Rose Mound was very important for understanding history. No one ever dug into it, not even archaeologists. Archaeologists are scientists who study old cultures. Because it was never disturbed, the mound stayed in great condition. It was one of the best-preserved ancient sites in southwestern Ohio for many years.
Because of its historical value, the mound was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. This is a list of places in the United States that are important to history. Being on this list helps protect them.
The Mound's Fate
Even though the D.S. Rose Mound was very important, it was sadly destroyed. In the fall of 1991, local land developers tore it down. This happened despite protests from the Ohio Historical Society. This group works to preserve Ohio's history.
The mound and everything inside it were destroyed on October 8 or 9, 1991. Even though the mound no longer exists, it is still listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This helps remember its past importance.
