Milwaukee Public Museum

Fact: Wisconsin has more mounds built by ancient native societies than any other region of North America. It's true! You've probably also heard of a neighbor, friend or family member having found an arrowhead during a hike through the wilds of Wisconsin — maybe you've even found one yourself.

The Milwaukee Public Museum's newest display, Wisconsin Archaeology: Pieces of the Puzzle, is devoted to just such treasures. The exhibit answers common questions visitors have about the American Indians who lived here long ago, and the kind of life they led.

Wisconsin Archaeology is displayed in two cases. The first includes more than 40 artifacts from MPM collections, including some from Aztalan, the state's most significant archaeological site. The second case is devoted to Wisconsin projectile points, including ways to identify them. More than 50 common projectile points will be on display for visitors to compare to those in their own collection.

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Archaeological Society

This permanent exhibit is located on the second floor in the Wisconsin Woodland alcove.