Great Hopewell Road

The Great Hopewell Road is an ancient earthen pathway created by the Hopewell culture, which thrived in North America from around 100 BCE to 500 CE. Stretching about 1,500 miles, this extensive road connected various significant sites, including burial mounds and ceremonial centers, across present-day Ohio and beyond. It is believed to have played a crucial role in trade, cultural exchange, and social interaction among different communities. The road reflects the engineering skills of the Hopewell people and their sophisticated societal organization, highlighting their impact on early North American history.