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TBA - Summer Solstice Sunrise Observance

  • Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site 130 Ramey Street Collinsville, IL, 62234 United States (map)

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Observe the summer solstice sunrise at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site and learn of the discovery, form and function of an ancient post circle called Woodhenge that was used as a solar calendar by the Cahokians. No ceremony or ritual is presented. Woodhenge is located 1/2 mile west of Monks Mound and the main entrance to the site.

Time: Arrive by 5:20 am

Free

For more information call 618-346-5160
or visit the Cahokia Mounds website

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