Fort Ancient Culture

The Fort Ancient Culture was an indigenous society that thrived in what is now the Ohio River Valley from around 1000 to 1650 CE. Known for their impressive earthen mounds and extensive earthworks, this culture was particularly skilled in agriculture, cultivating crops like corn, beans, and squash. The people practiced a mixed economy, engaging in hunting and fishing alongside farming. They developed complex social structures and created artifacts such as pottery and tools. The Fort Ancient Culture is often associated with a rich spiritual life, as evidenced by their ceremonial sites and burial practices, reflecting their connection to the land and community.