A window into the past of Powell and Liberty Township
Serpent Mound — An Icon of Ancient Ohio
Date
March 13, 2023, 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Title
Serpent Mound — An Icon of Ancient Ohio
Speaker
Brad Lepper, Senior Archaeologist for Ohio History Connection's World Heritage Program
Venue
Adventure Park Recreation Facility
260 Adventure Park Drive
Powell, OH 43065
Summary
To a relatively large and enthusiastic audience Brad Lepper introduced us to the of spectacular earthen sculptures in the world. Highlighted was Serpent Mound in Adams County in Ohio. Currently there is a debate among some archaeologists about who built the mound; some arguing the Adena culture about 300 B.C.E. and some believe it to be the Fort Ancient culture, around 1100 C. E. Brad shared with us some results of a study in which he and his research colleagues are currently involved, hoping to come closer to solving the debate. Brad definitely piqued our interest in these beautiful earthen works, an important part of Ohio's distant past.
Brad Lepper Speaks About Serpent Mound Similarities With Other Sites
Videos
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Title: Serpent Mound - An Icon of Ancient Ohio
Presentor: Brad Lepper
Description: Brad Lepper, Senior Archaeologist, Ohio History Connection World Heritage Program, describes the Serpent Mound located in Adams County Ohio and various studies performed over the years to try to determine its origin and age.
Music credit: "Light the Way" by Ian Kelosky
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