Kincaid Mounds Archaeology Field Day

A special program will be held at the Kincaid Mounds Historic Site on Saturday October 24, 2009, from 11:00 am. to 3:00 pm.
John Schwegman and members of the Kincaid Mounds Support Organization will present information on the Kincaid Mounds, the Mississippian Culture, and results of excavations at the mounds. There will be a rare opportunity to see the mound site from atop mound eight.

The presentations will begin at the top of each hour, at 11:00, 12:00, 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00.  There is no charge to attend this program.

The Kincaid Mounds Archaeological Site is a series of Mississippian mounds located in Massac County. The mounds are an Illinois Historic Site under the management of the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency.  The historic site includes the Massac County mounds, a public observation area and an interpretation area. The Kincaid Mounds Support Organization works with Historic Preservation for the preservation and management of the site.

The mounds are located approximately 10 miles east of Brookport IL, along the Ohio River Scenic Byway. From Interstate 24, take the Metropolis/Brookport Exit, travel east on US 45 towards Brookport and before entering Brookport, turn left on Unionville Road. Go 6.25 miles through Unionville to New Cut Road. At New Cut Road turn right (south) and travel 3.6 miles to Kincaid Mounds Road. Turn left (east) on Kincaid Mounds Road for .6 mile to the observation platform. More information on directions and the mounds can be found at www.kincaidmounds.com.