Landmark

Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site

Collinsville, Illinois

Mile Marker 290 mi from Chicago

Highway Historic Route 66

Stand atop ancient earthen pyramids, remnants of a once-thriving metropolis that predates European arrival, and imagine the vibrant culture of the Mississippian people. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a profound connection to North America's past, allowing visitors to walk the grounds of a complex urban center and discover the ingenuity of its builders along this historic road. Explore the interpretive center to deepen your understanding of this remarkable civilization.

30 Ramey St, Collinsville, IL 62234, USA, Collinsville, Illinois

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