The Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks UNESCO World Heritage Site: Indigenous Wonders of the World

The Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks were designed and built by ancient Indigenous American Indians 2,000 years ago. This monumental earthen architecture incorporates a deep knowledge of geometry and astronomy as well as the properties of local soils. Southern Ohio was the center of this ancient civilization whose influence extended across much of North America.

Featuring Brad Lepper, Senior Archaeologist, Ohio History Connection, World Heritage Program. OSU College of Arts and Sciences, Department of History.

Sponsored by The Ohio History Connection and The Ohio State University Department of History Clio Society.  Location: Arthur C. Johnson Auditorium, Ohio History Center, 800 E. 17th Ave., Columbus. 

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