Cahokia Mounds
Cahokia was the most sophisticated prehistoric native civilization north of Mexico.
It is best known for the large, man-made earthen structures, and the area was a primary and important trade center. The population grew until about 1200 AD, then suddenly declined and disappeared. We find it interesting that it seems to mirror the population decline in Chaco Canyon. Nobody really knows the reason.
Monks Mound is one of the largest.
Ceremonial platform and houses lining the sides.
Archaeologists drawings of the housing and activities.
150 stairs to the top
View from the top
What goes up must come down.
Old Town St. Charles, charming little town on the river.
Interesting things to purchase.
(not me, thanks!)
Always like to pick up a bit more information on Lewis and Clark
The Boat Museum had life size replicas of their boats, but they had been loaned out for the celebrations in other cities.
The Keelboat is 55 ft long
loaded weight is 20+ tons
White Pirogue
39 ft long,
loaded weight 6 tons.
