MASCOUTAH HERITAGE MUSEUM

MASCOUTAH, IL

Cahokia Mounds from Interstate Highway 55, Collinsville, IL Built between 1050 and 1350 AD, these mounds are the last remnants of the city of Cahokia, the largest pre-Columbian settlement in North America, and the center of the Mississippian Culture, which was located along the Mississippi River in the vicinity of modern-day St. Louis, Missouri. The mounds vary in size, with the largest mound, Monks Mound, stands 100 feet tall, with other mounds and archaeological sites covering an area of 2,200 acres (890 hectares), which cover much of the ancient city. The city was abandoned before European contact, though evidence suggests that its influence stretched throughout the Mississippi River, Ohio River, Tennessee River, and Missouri River basins. The mounds became the center of a state park in 1923, to prevent encroachment from the expanding suburbs east of St. Louis. The mounds were designated a National Historic Landmark in 1964, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1966. In 1982, the Cahokia Mounds were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Cahokia Mounds from Interstate Highway 55, Collinsville, IL Credit: w_lemay

The Mascoutah Heritage Museum, located in Mascoutah, Illinois, is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to preserving the history of the area. The museum focuses on the history of Mascoutah from the 1800s to present day. It is housed in a historic building that was once an old schoolhouse.

The museum contains an impressive collection of artifacts, including furniture, photographs, documents, clothing, tools, and more. Visitors can explore the various displays, which are arranged to tell the story of the city’s past. The museum also features a research library, as well as a gift shop.

The museum also offers a variety of programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and special exhibits. These programs are designed to educate the community and visitors about the history of Mascoutah.

The Mascoutah Heritage Museum is a great place to learn about the city’s past and the people who have lived in this region. The museum provides a unique opportunity to explore the history of the area and its influence on the present.

MASCOUTAH HERITAGE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in MASCOUTAH IL. US MID #8401700119

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

Cahokia Mounds from Interstate Highway 55, Collinsville, IL Built between 1050 and 1350 AD, these mounds are the last remnants of the city of Cahokia, the largest pre-Columbian settlement in North America, and the center of the Mississippian Culture, which was located along the Mississippi River in the vicinity of modern-day St. Louis, Missouri. The mounds vary in size, with the largest mound, Monks Mound, stands 100 feet tall, with other mounds and archaeological sites covering an area of 2,200 acres (890 hectares), which cover much of the ancient city. The city was abandoned before European contact, though evidence suggests that its influence stretched throughout the Mississippi River, Ohio River, Tennessee River, and Missouri River basins. The mounds became the center of a state park in 1923, to prevent encroachment from the expanding suburbs east of St. Louis. The mounds were designated a National Historic Landmark in 1964, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1966. In 1982, the Cahokia Mounds were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Cahokia Mounds from Interstate Highway 55, Collinsville, IL Built between 1050 and 1350 AD, these mounds are the last remnants of the city of Cahokia, the largest pre-Columbian settlement in North America, and the center of the Mississippian Culture, which was located along the Mississippi River in the vicinity of modern-day St. Louis, Missouri. The mounds vary in size, with the largest mound, Monks Mound, stands 100 feet tall, with other mounds and archaeological sites covering an area of 2,200 acres (890 hectares), which cover much of the ancient city. The city was abandoned before European contact, though evidence suggests that its influence stretched throughout the Mississippi River, Ohio River, Tennessee River, and Missouri River basins. The mounds became the center of a state park in 1923, to prevent encroachment from the expanding suburbs east of St. Louis. The mounds were designated a National Historic Landmark in 1964, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1966. In 1982, the Cahokia Mounds were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Cahokia Mounds from Interstate Highway 55, Collinsville, IL Built between 1050 and 1350 AD, these mounds are the last remnants of the city of Cahokia, the largest pre-Columbian settlement in North America, and the center of the Mississippian Culture, which was located along the Mississippi River in the vicinity of modern-day St. Louis, Missouri. The mounds vary in size, with the largest mound, Monks Mound, stands 100 feet tall, with other mounds and archaeological sites covering an area of 2,200 acres (890 hectares), which cover much of the ancient city. The city was abandoned before European contact, though evidence suggests that its influence stretched throughout the Mississippi River, Ohio River, Tennessee River, and Missouri River basins. The mounds became the center of a state park in 1923, to prevent encroachment from the expanding suburbs east of St. Louis. The mounds were designated a National Historic Landmark in 1964, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1966. In 1982, the Cahokia Mounds were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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MASCOUTAH HERITAGE MUSEUM
306 W MAIN ST
MASCOUTAH
IL
62258

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MID # 8401700119
Name MASCOUTAH HERITAGE MUSEUM
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Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Midwest
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LAT/LONG 38.490022, -89.803611
CODES FIPS State Code: 17
FIPS County Code: 163
US Census Tract: 504303
US Census Block: 5003