At 62 feet high and 240 feet in diameter Grave Creek Mound is one of the largest mounds built by the Adena culture. It’s a burial monument for two tribal members and was constructed in successive stages over a period of 100 years starting around 250 BC.
To visit the mound go through the museum which has a diorama of the mound being built, interpretive panels and artifacts. Local history displays include information about the Homer Laughlin China Company which has been in business for 143 years and manufactures Fiesta Ware1871; and a collection of handmade paper mache dolls dressed in beautiful costumes representing fashion trends from 1800 to1900, all designed and made by Pete Ballard after he retired from his job as a museum costume curator.
The museum is accessible. ADA compliant ramps access the different levels. The top level exits to a sidewalk that leads to the base of the mound. A long series of steps goes to the top of the mound.
The parking lot is large enough for RVs.
Mound
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