Oakville Indian Mounds: Echoes of Alabama's Ancient Past
Explore ancient Native American history at Oakville Indian Mounds Education Center: mounds, museum, trails, and cultural events in a serene Alabama setting.
Explore the Oakville Indian Mounds Education Center in Danville, Alabama, a 122-acre park and museum showcasing Native American history. Discover ceremonial mounds, a replica Cherokee council house, and thousands of artifacts, offering a glimpse into the lives of the region's early inhabitants.
A brief summary to Oakville Indian Mounds Education Center
- 1219 Co Rd 187, Danville, Alabama, 35619, US
- +1256-905-2499
- Visit website
- Monday 8 am-4 pm
- Tuesday 8 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 8 am-4 pm
- Thursday 8 am-4 pm
- Friday 8 am-4 pm
- Saturday 10 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking the trails and exploring the outdoor areas.
- Check the Education Center's website or Facebook page for the most up-to-date information on hours, events, and potential closures [3].
- Bring a picnic to enjoy by the lake or mounds.
- Consider visiting during the annual Multicultural Indian Event in May for a vibrant celebration of Native American culture [3, 5].
Getting There
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Driving
The Oakville Indian Mounds Education Center is located at 1219 Co Rd 187, Danville, AL 35619. From Highway 157, look for the brown historical signage for Oakville Indian Mounds and Jesse Owens Park and Museum in the Speake community [10]. If traveling north, turn right onto County Road 187, approximately 25 miles from Cullman. If traveling south, turn left onto Co Rd 187, approximately 6 miles from Moulton [10]. Travel approximately 1.5 miles on Co Rd 187; the Education Center will be on the left [10]. Follow the entrance driveway past the large platform mound to reach the museum parking lot [10]. Parking is free [2, 3].
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