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Winter Solstice Sunrise Observance

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

Observe the winter solstice sunrise and learn of the discovery, form and function of an ancient post circle called Woodhenge at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site 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 7 am

Free

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

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