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Explore the history and culture of Native American mounds at this national historic landmark. Learn about the park's activities, events, maps, donations and more.
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Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park covers more than...
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Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park contains 15 Native...
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Attractions at Pinson Mounds include the museum, hiking...
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The Pinson Mounds are now part of Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park, one of two archaeological parks in Tennessee (the other being Old Stone Fort near Manchester). Pinson Mounds is a National Historic Landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Explore the largest mound complex in Tennessee and one of the largest in the US, dating to the Middle Woodland Period (A.D. 100-350). Learn about the ritual and ceremonial activities, the pilgrimage center, and the archaeological research at this National Historic Landmark.
Attractions at Pinson Mounds include the museum, hiking trails with access to the Native American mounds, and picnic areas with tables and grills.
Located just south of Jackson Tennessee in the small community of Pinson is the Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park. The park encompasses nearly 1,200 acres along the South Fork of the Forked Deer River, and includes the largest Woodland Period prehistoric archaeological site in the American Southeast.
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- 460 Ozier Rd, Pinson, 38366-9626, Tennessee
Oct 8, 2017 · Learn about the largest Middle Woodland Period site in the Southeast, with at least twelve mounds, a geometric enclosure, and ritual activity areas. Discover the unique features of Pinson Mounds, such as rectangular platform mounds, burial mounds, nonlocal pottery, and a National Historic Landmark designation.
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Book your stay at Pinson Mounds, a state archaeological park with 15 Native American mounds. Check availability and register for picnic pavilions and events at the park.
