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    Dickson Mounds Museum

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    #1 of 2 things to do in Lewistown
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    Lewistown, IL 61542
    +1 309-547-3721
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    “Fascinating exhibits that add details to the everyday landscape outside”

    It has taken me years to understand that not only desert dwellers of the pre-Columbus US left their... read more

    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Colona1988
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    Suffield, Connecticut
    “We stopped just because it was there...”

    We saw the sign and thought hey why not! It was ok - lots of stuff to see, it had a lot of... read more

    Reviewed 12 July 2017
    Kristina M
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    Lombard, Illinois
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    Dickson Mounds is one of the nation's top archaeological museums.

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    Dickson Mounds is one of the nation's top archaeological museums.
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    • Average22%
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    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Fascinating exhibits that add details to the everyday landscape outside

    It has taken me years to understand that not only desert dwellers of the pre-Columbus US left their marks. The mounds in the central and southern and south/eastern US are exciting to discover because they're in full view if you know how to look for...More

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    Reviewed 12 July 2017
    We stopped just because it was there...

    We saw the sign and thought hey why not! It was ok - lots of stuff to see, it had a lot of artifacts to look at, some neat things to see...these type of things are just not really my thing. It's out in he...More

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    Reviewed 15 June 2017
    Fascinating Exhibits

    Great place to learn about the ancient Native Americans who lived in Southern Illinois 1,000+ years ago. Great story-telling exhibits and fascinating artifacts, plus a spiritual tribute to those who were buried here.

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    Reviewed 3 May 2017
    Chronicling 12,000 years of history in Illinois

    The Dickson Mounds Museum was erected in 1972 on the site of Dickson Mounds, a Native American settlement and burial ground complex near Lewistown, Illinois. Located on a low bluff overlooking the Illinois River, the museum describes the life cycles and culture of Native Americans...More

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    Reviewed 9 April 2017
    Professional Museum With Great Exhibits

    This place is great for kids and adults alike. Free admission and easy parking and picnic areas. If you are interested in Native Americans, check out this museum. If you have kids, they will love the play area inside the museum and the exhibits along...More

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    Reviewed 24 March 2017 via mobile
    Much more than I expected

    I expected this to be a tiny, local museum; in truth it does focus on the local, central Illinois natives but has stuff regarding cultures from across North America. It's a three story building where you start at the top and it put everything in...More

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    Reviewed 9 January 2017
    Fallen into Disrepair and Neglect

    Once a great place to visit and learn about local and regional history is now little more then an after thought that is ignored by most. It has fallen into terrible disrepair and the exhibits need cleaned and refreshed. Used to have a real nice...More

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    Reviewed 9 November 2016 via mobile
    Moving

    Was here when I was a kid, before the remains were forced to be covered. My boyfriend was here for a visit, and I thought this would be something different to do. It's a very educational and moving experience. Very interesting to see all of...More

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    Reviewed 22 October 2016
    history of the midwest american indians of the midwest and mississippi

    A truly moving place, the burial site of the tribes that lived in the Mississippi valley. the digs have been cover by court order, but the exhibits are still worth the trip. Several movies tell the history of the area and the people who once...More

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    Reviewed 5 October 2016 via mobile
    Great building but...

    This is a beautiful building with much strong information. Unfortunately it was marred by a couple of problems. Apparently there was a mound within walking distance but we could not find it. When we asked a woman at the front desk, she seemed unable to...More

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