America had large cities (some with pyramids) connected by trade networks long before the arrival of Europeans.
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Over the next two years, Seeing America will grow to include 100 videos, 18 essays, quizzes, discussion questions and lesson plans.
Paquimé jars
Connections between the southwestern U.S. and Mesoamerica are revealed in these vessels featuring parrots or macaws and a merchant
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Mississippian shell gorget
Found marking the grave of an important individual, this gorget was worn as a neck ornament during life. Mississippian culture was one of the most cosmopolitan Native American cultures prior to the arrival of Europeans. The city of Cahokia was an important hub for trade networks.
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Clovis culture
The first clear evidence of human activity in North America are spearheads used to hunt large game.
The Great Serpent Mound
Many interpretations have been proposed for this mound in modern-day Ohio—examine the clues and see what you think.
The ancient community of Chaco Canyon
Located in a high desert, Chaco’s residents dedicated much of their energy to controlling water for crops.
Mesa Verde: a home in the cliffs
Remarkable structures in the American Southwest were home to cliff-dwelling farmers until around 1300.
America before Columbus
Found marking the grave of an important individual, this gorget was worn as a neck ornament during life.
