Cahokia Mounds Archives

A historical black-and-white photograph of Big Mound in St. Louis, showcasing its multi-tiered structure with people standing on top.

In Honor of Native American History Month: St. Louis “Mound City” Missouri

by Lawrence Jones II, PhDNovember 18, 2025November 18, 2025

St. Louis, once called “Mound City,” was home to 27 Native American mounds, showcasing a sophisticated prehistoric civilization. Learn about its legacy.