Coles Creek Culture

The Coles Creek Culture refers to a Native American culture that thrived in the southeastern United States, particularly in what is now Mississippi and Louisiana, from around 300 to 1000 CE. This culture is known for its agricultural practices, including the cultivation of crops like maize, and for its distinctive pottery and burial mounds. The Coles Creek people developed complex societies with trade networks and social hierarchies, reflecting advancements in their community organization and craftsmanship. Their legacy laid the groundwork for later cultures in the region, particularly the Mississippian culture.