Exploring Malchow Mounds Near Burlington, Iowa

Mike and Betty LaFontaine, accompanied by Roger and Katie Cook, embarked on a captivating journey to the Malchow Mounds State Preserve. They delved into the fascinating history of the ancient inhabitants who once graced the land.

Malchow Mounds State Preserve is a remarkable site boasting a prehistoric cemetery adorned with a mesmerizing array of fifty-eight conical and linear mounds. These are believed to have been meticulously constructed during the Middle Woodland period (100 B.C.–A.D. 300). The very essence of the area is encapsulated by the name Malchow, paying homage to its previous owner, Lewis H. Malchow.

Considering the numerous archaeological mounds and artifacts in every direction from Montrose, Iowa, it's clear that this area held great significance in a bygone era. From Malchow Mounds State Preserve, Toolsboro Mounds, and Zelph’s Mound to Little Mound Cemetery, the Buena Vista Mound complex, the five plus miles of defensive berms surrounding Montrose and the ancient burial mounds north of Nauvoo, the landscape is dotted with historical treasures. The people who once lived here displayed sophistication and a profound understanding of their environment, leaving a compelling history yet to be fully explored.

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