Kamp Mound Site facts for kids
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Kamp Mound Site
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Fields in the associated village site
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 Location in Illinois
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| Location | Illinois Route 100 north of Kampsville |
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| Area | 20 acres (8.1 ha) |
| NRHP reference No. | 78001114 |
| Added to NRHP | August 24, 1978 |
The Kamp Mound Site is an amazing ancient place in Illinois, near Kampsville. It's a special spot where people lived long, long ago. This site has big earthen mounds and the remains of an old village. It helps us learn about the Hopewell people who lived here thousands of years ago.
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The Kamp Mound Site: A Look into the Past
The Kamp Mound Site is located along the Illinois River and Illinois Route 100. It includes seven large mounds and an ancient village area. These mounds were built by the Havana Hopewell people between 100 B.C. and 450 A.D. The village was used from about 450 A.D. to 700 A.D.
Who Were the Hopewell People?
The Hopewell people were a group of Native Americans who lived in what is now the midwestern and eastern United States. They were known for their impressive earthworks, like the mounds at Kamp Mound Site. They also created beautiful art and traded goods over long distances.
What Were the Mounds Used For?
The Hopewell people used the Kamp Mound Site as a special place for ceremonies and burials. It was a very important spiritual center for them. Archaeologists believe it might have also been a major trading hub. Different groups would meet here to exchange valuable items.
Discovering the Site
The Kamp Mound Site originally had ten mounds, but only seven remain today. These mounds are some of the largest in Illinois. When archaeologists studied the site, they found many pieces of shells and animal bones. These findings help us understand what life was like for the people who lived there.
The Kamp Mound Site was added to the National Register of Historic Places on August 24, 1978. This means it's recognized as an important historical place worth protecting.
