"The group of five mounds in Central Park....once were in a series that covered a large area of what is now Ashland, [KY] and from the air would have resembled a string of beads."
A History of Ashland, Kentucky, 1786 to 1954

In this website you will learn where the mounds are located, the history of the Mound Builder Indians, and the purpose of the mounds. You will also learn about their tools, culture, village life, early archaeological excavations, and see some photos of actual mounds. You will learn the importance of preserving the mounds for future research and to provide a better understanding about the history of ancient people in the Ohio valley.

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Adena mounds in Central Park, which are located in our city of Ashland, Kentucky.