Toolesboro Indian Mounds: Echoes of Iowa's Hopewell Culture
Explore ancient burial mounds built by the Hopewell people between 200 BC and 300 AD at this National Historic Landmark in Iowa.
The Toolesboro Indian Mounds, a National Historic Landmark in southeast Iowa, protect seven burial mounds constructed between 100 BC and AD 200 by the Hopewell people. The site offers a glimpse into the lives and burial practices of this ancient culture, with two mounds visible near the visitor center and the remaining five located in an adjacent wooded area.
A brief summary to Toolesboro Indian Mounds
- 6568 Toolesboro Ave, Wapello, Iowa, 52653, US
- +1319-766-4018
Local tips
- Visit the Educational Center to view exhibits of artifacts found at the site and learn more about the Hopewell culture.
- Explore the prairie demonstration plot to see examples of the native plants that once thrived in the area.
- Remember that the burial mounds are protected by law and should not be walked on or disturbed.
Getting There
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Car
From Wapello, head north on Toolesboro Road/County Road G40 for approximately 4 miles. The Toolesboro Indian Mounds will be located on your right at 6568 Toolesboro Ave. Parking is available on site. There is no fee to visit the mounds.
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