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Hopewell Culture National Historical ParkDigital rendering of what a Hopewell settlement may have looked like.
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Hopewell Culture National Historical Park
For Kids

The park is a cool place for kids to learn about what happened in Ohio during the last 10,000 years. Just wander through the park's museum, watch the short movie about the Hopewell culture, or stroll around the mounds. Kids can also learn about the plants and animals that live in the park by walking the trails around the Mound City Group Visitor Center. 

The park also hosts activities throughout the year to educate kids about the cultural and natural resources at the park. Call the park at 740-774-1126 to learn more about fun activities like craft demonstrations and day camps.

Map of the Hopewell site from 1848, then named Clark's Works.  

Did You Know?
The first publication of the Smithsonian Institution in 1848 was an extensive survey of archeology sites that included all of the sites at Hopewell Culture. The book was authored by Ephraim Squier and Edwin Davis, residents of the town of Chillicothe where the park is located.

Last Updated: July 25, 2007 at 16:52 EST