Serpent Mound

08/27/2026

OHIO OPEN DOORS EVENT - We’re participating in Ohio Open Doors on Thursday, Sept. 10th, 2026!

Come and take a rare evening tour of Serpent Mound with Site Superintendent Bill Kennedy on Thursday, September 10th, 2026. Due to popular request, we will have extended hours on this day and no parking or admission fees after 5:00 pm. The tour begins at 6:30 pm at the Picnic Shelter and will last until 8:00 pm. The gift shop and Visitor Center will remain open until 8:30 pm and the site will close at 9:00 pm after sunset.

Come and learn about Serpent Mound's unique history and meaning! This tour requires walking and standing on paved surfaces with some opportunities for sitting. Restrooms are available. Visitors are encouraged to climb the newly restored observation tower, although the tower requires climbing narrow steps to reach the observation platform. This tour is recommended for anyone who may be seeking to reacquaint themselves with this incredible story and place.

Serpent Mound is managed by the Ohio History Connection

Serpent Mound State Memorial
3850 St. Rt. 73
Peebles, OH 45660
800.752.2757
www.ohiohistory.org/serpentmound

08/14/2026

Serpent Mound has power restored and normal operations have resumed this morning. Additional storm cleanup will be continuing but the site is open and accessible. Please exercise caution when visiting outdoor areas, especially on trails.

08/12/2026

We regret to announce that Serpent Mound will be closed on Wednesday, August 12. There is currently no power to the site and significant storm cleanup is needed to reopen access. We apologize for the short notice.

07/11/2026

It's Fair Week!
This year, Serpent Mound State Memorial will be at the Adams County Fair!
Come say hello to the staff, July 12-18th in the Merchant's Hall.
We will have hand outs, info, and will be there to answer any questions about the history of Serpent Mound.

Saturday July 18th: Site will be open 10am-4pm. Visitor Center will be closed. Free parking

Come see us at the Adams County Fair!

Serpent Mound State Memorial is managed by the Ohio History Connection.

3850 State Route 73
Peebles OH 45660
800-752-2757
ohiohistory.org/serpentmound

07/05/2026

Great news!

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06/30/2026

Happy 250th Birthday America!
Serpent Mound will be closed Saturday, July 4th, 2026 in observance of Independence Day! The site will reopen on Sunday, July 5th at 12:00 pm. We wish everyone a safe and relaxing weekend as we recognize this historical milestone!🇺🇸

06/21/2026

It was a great pleasure to be able to hear from tribal partners at the Summer Solstice today. Chief Glenna Wallace (Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma) and Chief Ben Barnes (Shawnee Tribe) spoke to visitors about the history of their tribes. We were lucky to catch this photo of Chief Wallace from the Solstice sunset.

06/21/2026

Enjoying a late day rainbow near summer solstice.

“Take only memories, leave only footprints" - Chief Seattle.

Serpent Mound State Memorial is managed by the Ohio History Connection.

3850 State Route 73
Peebles OH 45660
800-752-2757
ohiohistory.org/serpentmound

Photo credit: R. Waybright; Ohio History Connection

06/20/2026

Happy Summer Solstice from Serpent Mound. ☀️ Henry is just one of our many fur friends that visit the site each year! Be sure and plan your next visit to the World’s Largest Effigy Mound while in Southern Ohio.

06/20/2026

The restored tower will be rededicated tomorrow (Saturday) at 11:00 AM. You can learn more about the project in the video below. This project involved hard work by many people and we look forward to celebrating this accomplishment with guests and tribal partners.

Saturday is also when we celebrate the Solstice, so come out and listen to tribal partners speak at 9:30 AM, 12:30 AM, 2:00 PM and 3:30 PM. The Solstice sunset will occur around 9:00 PM. We look forward to seeing you!