Nearby Archaeological Site Museums

Parkin Archaeological Site - Parkin is located about 45 minutes west of Memphis and consists of a mound complex that dates to about the same time period as Chucalissa.  Parkin also has an excellent museum and programs for the young and old alike. 

Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site - Wickliffe is located near Cairo Illinois, a three hour drive north of Memphis.  Wickliffe is a also Mississippian culture site that dates to the same time period as Chucalissa and contains mounds, museum exhibits and interactive programs. 

Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park - Pinson is located in Jackson Tennessee about 90 minutes east of Memphis.  The Pinson site dates Is one of the largest Middle Woodland period mound groups that was occupied from about AD 1 - 500.  The site's initial occupation predates the Chucalissa site by about 1000 years.  In addition to an archaeological museum, as a Tennessee State Park, Pinson offers hiking trails, camping and picnic facilities.  

Hampson Archaeological Museum - The Hampson Museum is located about one hour north of Memphis in Wilson, Arkansas. The Museum exhibits a nationally renowned collection of ceramic vessels from the nearby Mississipian culture Nodena site.  The Virtual Hampson Museum contains an extensive 3-D representation of the collections.

Native American Links

Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians

Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma

American Indian Association of MIllington

Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA)--Provides for the protection and return of certain Native American cultural items.

Memphis Area Links

City of Memphis--The official website with a growing list of links.

Dixon Gallery and Gardens--An art Museum and Botanic Garden.  

Institute of Egyptian Art and Archaeology--This site is dedicated to the study of art and culture in ancient Egypt.  The institute, located at The University of Memphis regularly exhibits artifacts and conducts educational programming. 

Memphis in May--Come and visit the largest festival of its kind in North America.  Music, barbeque, and international culture on the back of the Mississippi make this a unique experience for all who participate.  

Mud Island Park--A park and museum dedicated to the mighty Mississippi and her influences on life and culture in the south.  The park is also home the WW II, B-17 bomber, "Memphis Belle."

National Civil Rights Museum--Exhibits a comprehensive overview if the Civil Rights Movement.  The site includes a virtual tour of the museum.

Other Links of Interest

Flying Rat Homepage--The University of Georgia's toli team.  Toli, also known as stickball, is traditional Native American game.  The site includes the history of stickball as well as information on the Choctaw.

Mississippi River Parkway Commission--A fantastic resource for activities, museums, parks, and more along the Mississippi River from Lake Itasca in Minnesota to New Orleans.