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Tampico Mounds
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Nearest city Maples Mill, Illinois
Area 2.5 acres (1.0 ha)
NRHP reference No. 79000838
Added to NRHP May 14, 1979

The Tampico Mounds are an ancient site in Fulton County, Illinois. You can find them near a small place called Maples Mill. This site has three round mounds built a very long time ago. They cover about 2.5-acre (1.0 ha) of land.

Long ago, there were six mounds here. But some have been lost over time. People lived at this site from about 750 to 1000 A.D. This time is known as the Late Woodland period.

What Are the Tampico Mounds?

The Tampico Mounds are special because they are the main site for something called the Maples Mills culture. This was a group of people who lived in the area. The mounds give us clues about how these people lived. They also show how they buried their dead. This is important because it's one of the only known burial sites for the Maples Mills culture.

Who Lived at Tampico Mounds?

The people who lived at Tampico Mounds were part of the Late Woodland period. This was a time before the Mississippian culture became very powerful. The site helps us understand what life was like in the Spoon River area before these new influences arrived. It's one of two big Late Woodland sites in that region.

Why Are These Mounds Important?

These mounds are like a history book made of earth. They help archaeologists learn about ancient people. By studying the mounds, we can understand their customs. We can also learn about their beliefs and how they organized their communities. It's a way to connect with the past.

Protecting History: National Register

The Tampico Mounds are so important that they are officially recognized. The site was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 14, 1979. This means it is a special place that needs to be protected. It helps make sure these ancient structures are saved for future generations to learn from.

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