Historic Site
(770) 387-3747
NOTICE: Now open Wednesday through Saturday.
Home to several thousand Native Americans between 1000 A.D. to 1550 A.D., this 54-acre site contains six earthen mounds, a plaza, village area, borrow pits and defensive ditch. This is the most intact Mississippian Culture site in the Southeastern United States.
While only nine percent of this site has been excavated, examination at Mound C and surrounding artifacts revealed much about the people who lived here more than 500 years ago. The Etowah Indian Mounds symbolize a society rich in ritual. Towering over the community, the 63-foot flat-topped earthen knoll was likely used as a platform for the home of the priest-chief. In another mound, nobility were buried in elaborate costumes accompanied by items they would need in their after-lives. Today, visitors may tour the museum where exhibits interpret daily life in the once self-sufficient community.
Many artifacts show how the natives of this political and religious center decorated themselves with shell beads, tattoos, paint, complicated hairdos, feathers and copper ear ornaments. Well-preserved stone effigies and objects made of wood, sea shells and stone are also displayed. A nature trail leads to the Etowah River and winds through the forest, showcasing how early civilizations used native trees.
Hours: Wednesday-Saturday / 9AM-5PM
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
For a more enjoyable visit, plan to spend 1-2 hours.
www.GeorgiaStateParks.org/EtowahMounds
Admission: $2.50-$5.
Group rates available with advance notice.
Bus parking available.
FACILITIES:
- 6 Earthen Mounds
- Museum with Film
- Gift Shop
- 20 Picnic Tables
- Riverside Benches
- Bus Parking
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Note: Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site has no reservable facilities.
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Events
Georgia's Indian Heritage Lecture
Saturday, Sep 18, 2010 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
 Dr. Max White, Professor of History at Piedmont College, will speak on Georgia's Indian heritage, including prehistoric Creek and Cherokee peoples, their culture, contributions, trials and successes. Dr. White will also discuss the modern tribes we know today. $3.50 - $5.00 770-387-3747. |
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Etowah Clean Up Day
Saturday, Sep 25, 2010 9 AM to 5 PM
| Come on out to Etowah Mounds on September 25th and lend a hand! Volunteers will be able to spread wood chips on paths, clean picnic areas and weed the Native Garden. Come and help improve the site while having fun. 770-387-3747. |
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Etowah Clean Up Day
Saturday, Sep 25, 2010 9 AM to 5 PM
| Volunteers are needed to help spread wood chips on paths, clean up picnic areas and mulch trees. 770-387-3747. |
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Skills of the Past
Saturday, Oct 2, 2010 10 AM to 4 PM
| Weaponry, flintknapping, basketweaving and pottery-making -- all crafts essential to the survival of the Native Americans of the Southeast -- will be demonstrated. Come
enjoy history and learn something new. $3.50-$5. 770-387-3747. |
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