Cahokia Mounds Museum Society

The Cahokia Mounds Museum Society is an organization dedicated to the preservation, education, and promotion of Cahokia Mounds, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located near Collinsville, Illinois. This site features large earthen mounds created by the Mississippian culture over a thousand years ago and was once a thriving urban center. The society supports the museum that interprets the history and significance of these mounds, organizes events, and fosters research to enhance public understanding of this important archaeological site and its cultural heritage. Their mission emphasizes the importance of preserving and celebrating Indigenous history.