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Timeline of North American prehistory facts for kids

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Hopewell Interaction Area and local expressions of the Hopewell tradition

Have you ever wondered what North America was like before Europeans arrived? This timeline explores the amazing history of the continent from 1000 BC until Europeans first made contact. It's a journey through thousands of years, showing how different groups of people lived, created, and traded across the land.

Ancient Times in North America: 1000 BC to AD 1500

To learn about times before 1000 BC, check out the Archaic period (North America)#Timeline.

Early Cultures and New Skills

Growing Societies and New Ways of Life

Major Civilizations and European Contact

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