Moundville

Moundville is an important archaeological site in Alabama, representing the center of the Mississippian culture around 1000-1450 AD. It features a large complex of earthwork mounds built for ceremonial, religious, and political purposes by Native American societies. The site served as a priestly and elite gathering place, with the mounds likely used for rituals and burials. Today, Moundville is a national historic landmark and outdoor museum, where visitors can learn about the cultural achievements of the early Native Americans and explore the impressive earthworks that highlight their sophisticated organization and craftsmanship.