Hovey Lake Archaeological District facts for kids
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Hovey Lake Archaeological District
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| Nearest city | Mount Vernon, Indiana |
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| Area | 343 acres (139 ha) |
| NRHP reference No. | 85002130 |
| Added to NRHP | September 12, 1985 |
The Hovey Lake Archaeological District is a special place in the very southwest corner of Indiana. It's a historic district made up of many archaeological sites. These sites help us learn about people who lived there long ago.
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What is an Archaeological District?
An archaeological district is an area with many important old sites. These sites contain clues about past human life. Archaeologists study these clues to understand history. Hovey Lake is important because it holds many such clues.
Discovering History at Hovey Lake
In 1985, the Hovey Lake area was recognized as very important. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a list of places in the United States that are worth saving. They are important for their history or special design. Being on this list helps protect the sites.
Many Ancient Villages
The Hovey Lake area is part of Point Township. This township has a rich history. In the 1940s, a quick study found fifteen old villages there. Most of these villages were close to rivers. This shows that many people lived in this area long ago.
Other Important Sites Nearby
Hovey Lake is not the only important site in Point Township. Two other sites, the Ashworth Archaeological Site and the Murphy Site, are also on the National Register. There are also the Hovey Lake-Klein and Welborn Village sites. These two were also important enough to be listed. However, they were not added because the property owners did not agree.
