Jackson Mound facts for kids
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Jackson Mound
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View from the east
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 Location in Ohio
Location in the United States
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| Location | East of State Route 207, 4 miles (6.4 km) north of Pancoastburg |
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| Area | Less than 1 acre (0.40 ha) |
| NRHP reference No. | 75001397 |
| Added to NRHP | October 21, 1975 |
The Jackson Mound is an ancient Native American earth mound located in Ohio, a state in the United States. It sits north of a town called Pancoastburg in Fayette County. This special mound is about 75 feet (23 m) (23 meters) wide and 5.5 feet (1.7 m) (1.7 meters) tall.
The Jackson Mound
This large pile of earth was built by ancient people long ago. It has never been dug into by archaeologists. This means we cannot be completely sure who built it.
Who Built the Mound?
The Jackson Mound is located on a high piece of land above a small stream. This type of location was often chosen by the Adena culture. The Adena were a group of Native Americans who lived in Ohio thousands of years ago. They built many mounds.
If the Adena culture built this mound, it was probably shaped more like a cone when it was new. Over many years, farming in the area has changed its shape. It is also likely that the mound covers the remains of a wooden building. This building might have been a charnel house, which was used by the Adena people for special ceremonies.
Why is it Important?
In 1914, a study found 42 different mounds in Fayette County. But the Jackson Mound is the only one that still exists today. This makes it a very important archaeological site. It helps us learn about the ancient people who lived in Ohio.
Because of its historical value, the Jackson Mound was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. This is a special list of places that are important to the history of the United States. The Jackson Mound is the only archaeological site in Fayette County to receive this honor.
