| Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
The only prehistorian Native American archaeological sites in Oklahoma open to the public. Created and used by Caddoan speaking Indians between 850 and 1450 A.D. The site became a regional power eventually controlling two-thirds of the U.S. area. The art and artifacts are extremely unique. The 12 earthen burial and ceremonial mounds excavated here have yielded thousands of religious and ornamental objects. The site offers an exceptional guided tour. Managed by the Oklahoma Historical Society. General Info: Free Admission, Gift Shop Tour Group Services: Guided Tours Days/Hours Open: Wed-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun Noon-5pm, closed state holidays. Directions: Located 3 miles E of Spiro on Hwy 9/271 and 4 miles N on Lock & Dam Rd. Highway Corridor: I-44, US-75 Group Contact: Dennis Peterson |



