Dickson Mounds State Museum

10956 N Dickson Mounds Rd, Lewistown, Illinois 61542 USA

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Opens Tue 8:30a

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“major on-site archaeological museum”

The Dickson Mounds Museum, a branch of the Illinois State Museum and a National Historic Site, is one of the major on-site archaeological museums in the United States. It offers a unique opportunity to explore the world of the American Indian in an awe inspiring journey through 12,000 years of human experience in the Illinois River Valley. Visitors to the museum, in west-central Illinois, encounter innovative interpretive exhibits; exciting hands-on activities; archaeological sites; and a variety of special events in a rural setting.

Reviewed by
Karen P.

June 01, 2017

What a lovely place to spend a few hours. The history of the area is interesting to say the least. A lady I met awhile ago had told me the story about how after the remains were discovered people... Read more

Reviewed by
Richard F.

October 20, 2023

This used to be a nice museum. Now almost all of the extra items are closed like the spiritual walk and the top floor view. Stuff missing from displays. Clothing on the native Americans... Read more