Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
Type of Site
Museums, Buildings & Monuments
Museums, Buildings & Monuments
Neighborhood
East
East
Interests That Apply
History
History
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Price: Free
A small donation is suggested.
A small donation is suggested.
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Mobility Obstacles: Extended Walking Required
Dirt/off-road walking
Mobility Obstacles: Extended Walking Required
Dirt/off-road walking
Water/Drinks:
Available on site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms:
Available
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Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
Cahokia Mounds
Native American Archaeological Site
| Address: | Phone: |
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30 Ramey St Collinsville, IL 62234 |
+1 618 346 5160 Fax: +1 618 346 5162 |
Description
You can feel the spirit of the Mississippian Indians at this popular attraction. Interesting artifacts are displayed in the world class museum/interpretive center. The impressive state historic site spans over 2200 ACRES, including 70 mounds, and gives visitors a fascinating feel for this ancient civilization that dates back to 800-1400 AD.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: Grounds: Dawn-dusk, daily; Center: 9am-5pm, Wed-Sun, (Sept-Apr); 9am-5pm, daily, (Apr-Sept)Notes: Interpretive Center times vary from grounds hours.
Visit Time: 1hr-3hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free
Price Notes: A small donation is suggested.
Payment Types: VISA, MASTERCARD
Exposure
Outdoor with little or no covering. Notes: The Interpretive Center is indoors with climate control, but you'll have to go outside to view the site.Restrictions: Eat before you come, as no outside food is allowed in. Bring a tripod or steady hand—flash photography is not permitted at this venue.
Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Best Modes of Transportation:
Automobile/Car
Notes: Head east on I-70/55 and take exit 6. Go south on Hwy 111, then left on Collinsville Road. Go about 1.5 miles to the Interpretive Center.
Parking Availability: Yes
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