Long before the arrival of Europeans in North America, complex cultures flourished here.
700-1650 C.E.
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Mississippian shell neck ornament (gorget)
Found marking the grave of an important individual, this gorget was worn as a neck ornament during life.
Fort Ancient Culture: Great Serpent Mound
Many interpretations have been proposed for this mound in modern-day Ohio—examine the clues and see what you think.
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