Woodland Period

The Woodland Period, lasting from about 1000 BCE to 1000 CE in ancient North America, marked a significant cultural transition. It followed the Archaic Period and is characterized by the development of agriculture, particularly the cultivation of crops like maize, beans, and squash. People began to form more permanent settlements and develop complex societies. This era also saw advancements in pottery, the construction of burial mounds, and trade networks. The Woodland Period laid the groundwork for future civilizations by fostering community organization and cultural practices that would influence later Native American societies.