Events

Night Hike

Poverty Point World Heritage Site 6859 LA-577, Pioneer, LA, United States

Visitors can enjoy a nature-based night hike among the ancient mounds. Also included in the program is identifying the various animal furs in the museum, followed by an owl prowl. The program will end with spider sniffing and animal related stories around the campfire. Preregistration is required, with only 60 slots available. Participants are asked […]

International Archaeology Day

Poverty Point World Heritage Site 6859 LA-577, Pioneer, LA, United States

Celebrate the ancient wonders continuously being found at Poverty Point World Heritage Site during International Archaeology Day on Saturday, Oct. 19. From 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., a variety of activities will highlight how life may have been for the inhabitants of the area centuries ago. In addition to the various demonstrations, visitors are also […]

Morning Hike

Poverty Point World Heritage Site 6859 LA-577, Pioneer, LA, United States

On Saturday, Oct. 12, visitors to Poverty Point World Heritage Site are invited to take part in a ranger-led hike showcasing the mounds, earthworks, and nature found in the park. Participants will meet in the museum at 10 a.m. for an introductory video; the hike can take up to two hours to complete, depending on […]

Prehistoric Pottery

Poverty Point World Heritage Site 6859 LA-577, Pioneer, LA, United States

On Saturday, Oct. 5, visitors to Poverty Point World Heritage Site are invited to take part in a ranger-led demonstration of crafting prehistoric-styled pottery similar to the pieces which the Native Americans fashioned more than 3,500 years ago. The event will begin with the demonstration at 10:30 a.m., followed by an opportunity for visitors to […]