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Marksville Prehistoric Indian Site

Marksville Prehistoric Indian Site is a historic place in Marksville, Avoyelles County, Louisiana, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000372.

Marksville, Avoyelles County, LouisianaListed October 15, 1966NRIS #66000372★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Marksville Prehistoric Indian Site?

Marksville Prehistoric Indian Site, also known as the Marksville site, is a Marksville culture archaeological site located 1 mile (1.6 km) southeast of Marksville in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana. The site features numerous earthworks built by the prehistoric indigenous peoples of southeastern North America.

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Listing details

Name
Marksville Prehistoric Indian Site
City
Marksville
County
Avoyelles County
State
Louisiana
Listed on the National Register
October 15, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000372
Resource type
site
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
31.12512, -92.04813
When was Marksville Prehistoric Indian Site listed on the National Register?

Marksville Prehistoric Indian Site was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.

Where is Marksville Prehistoric Indian Site located?

Marksville Prehistoric Indian Site is located in Marksville, Avoyelles County, Louisiana at approximately 31.12512, -92.04813. See the map above.

Is Marksville Prehistoric Indian Site a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Marksville Prehistoric Indian Site is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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