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Special Public Events
National Public lands Day - September 27th HawkWatch Weekend - October 4th & 5th more...
“…one of the finest mound groups in all America...”
An “Effigy Mound” American Indian culture developed over 1,000 years ago placing thousands of earthen mounds across the landscape of what (today) includes parts of Iowa, Wisconsin, Minnesota and Illinois.
Over 200 mounds are preserved intact within the Monument; 31 are effigies in the shape of bears and birds - commemorating the passing of loved ones and the sacred beliefs of these ancient peoples
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Sacred Space
The mounds preserved here are considered ceremonial and sacred sites by many Americans, especially the Monument's 16 associated American Indian tribes. A visit offers opportunities to contemplate the meanings of the mounds, the peoples who built them and the relationships to their modern descendants. The 2,526 acre Monument includes 206 American Indian mounds situated in a natural setting, and located within the one of the most picturesque sections within Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area and along the "Great River Road" of the Mississippi River - a National Scenic Byway.
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Exploring the Monument
There are numerous opportunities for you to enjoy a self-guided tour or join a ranger for a hike, walk, talk or historic demonstration. Most trails are moderately strenuous, however, there are some trails to mobility impaired visitors.
Discover the artistic and lasting imprint of an ancient culture, the ingenuity of ancient American Indian tools and implements, and share the stories of the past and present. Hiking trails lead to original American Indian mounds, and a variety of habitats - including upland forest, 81.5 acres of prairie, wetland and riparian.
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School Field Trip Visits
Thousands of school students visit the Monument annually to participate in our educational programs - either curriculum based, or simply to have a stimulating out of the classroom experience. Subject to staffing availability, we accommodate program requests on a reservation basis or by offering resources that facilitate teacher-led self guided class visits. To learn more about these opportunities, visit our “For Teachers” section.
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Write to
Effigy Mounds National Monument
151 HWY 76
Harpers Ferry, IA 52146
Phone
* e-mail: Use the "Contact Us" link (above / at the bottom of the far left column). Phone for Visitor Information:
(563) 873-3491
Fax
(563) 873-3743
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Climate
Summers are hot and humid, spring and fall are mild with moderate temperatures, winters can be very cold and snowy along the upper Mississippi River. Wear clothing in season suitable for strenuous walks and sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots. Boardwalks may be slippery when wet; hiking trails are wood chipped.
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E-MAIL REQUESTS FOR MAILING (GENERAL) PRINTED INFORMATION:
By reaching this link, you are just a few steps away from exploring this website and finding all the materials and information we offer - including photos, the park map and information contained in our full color park brochure. The teacher's section contains a large volume of information, and is not restricted to "teachers".
This information can be copied, printed and / or downloaded.
The materials we mail out upon request are: the one page (double sided) full color park brochure and a calendar of events / programs.
A few of the posted "site bulletin" publications can be sent if specifically requested.
Specific topical / research requests are welcome and handled on a case by case basis.
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CAMPING:
There is NO camping available within Effigy Mounds National Monument - an Antiquities Act authorized NPS unit and Sacred Site preserving 206 ancient American Indian Mounds, many containing Burials.
Please hit the "Nearby Camping" link located at the top left of this page.
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Did You Know?
Effigy Mounds National Monument preserves 31 early American Indian earthen mounds in the shape of animals. The monument preserves over 200 mounds representing almost 2000 years of mound building along the Upper Mississippi River.
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Last Updated: October 02, 2008 at 17:59 EST |
