Cahokia Mounds Museum

Cahokia Mounds Museum is located near Collinsville, Illinois, and showcases the remnants of a pre-Columbian Native American city, once the largest in North America around 1,000 AD. The site features massive earthen mounds, which were used for ceremonial purposes and possibly as elite residential areas. The museum offers insights into the lives of the Mississippian culture, including their art, trade, and agricultural practices. It educates visitors about this significant historical site, emphasizing its importance as a center of civilization before European contact. Cahokia is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, highlighting its global historical significance.