Mysteries of the Ancient Architects Film

The park's orientation film, Mysteries of the Ancient Architects

Screenshot courtesy of Camera One

If you're new to the park and unfamiliar with who exactly the Hopewell people were, then the park's introductory film, Mysteries of the Ancient Architects, is for you.  This award-winning film produced by Camera One delves into the accomplishments of these mysterious people and explores the possibilities of why they created such monumental earthworks throughout the Ohio Valley. While showcasing the monumental accomplishments achieved by these mysterious people, the film also describes what life was like for people living in the area over two thousand years ago. Even though the Hopewell didn't live in villages or towns, they possessed an advanced understanding of geometry and astronomy which likely allowed them to construct enormous earthworks with lunar and solar alignments.

The film is 19 minutes long and is suitable for all age levels. This film is subtitled for ease of accessibility. When you enter the visitor center, ask a ranger about the next showing of the film. Last film showtimes are 4:30 PM as the visitor center closes at 5:00 PM daily.

Details

Duration

19 Minutes

The film is approximately 19 minutes long.

Activity

Park Film

This is the park's 19 minute, official orientation film. Filmed and produced by Camera One.

Age(s)

8 and Older

Some concepts may be difficult for children to understand, but film is appropriate for all ages.

Pets Allowed

No

Pets are not allowed in the visitor center. Service animals are permitted inside of the building.

Activity Fee

No

No fee required

Location

Mound City Group Visitor Center

The film is shown in the park's visitor center auditorium at Mound City Group, located on State Route 104 in Chillicothe, Ohio.

Reservations

No

No reservation required.  

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Day

Film is shown in the visitor center auditorium during regular hours of operation, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm with the last showing at 4:30 pm.  Visitor center is open daily, but closed on New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Accessibility Information

Mound City Group Auditorium:

• Restrooms: Located inside, directly across from auditorium, Men's and Women's both wheelchair accessible with wall-mounted baby changing stations in both.
• Water: Water fountain located inside visitor center between restrooms and and is wheelchair accessible.
• Mobility-Impaired: entrances and exits to the auditorium are wheelchair friendly.  Accomodations can be made for wheelchairs anywhere in the auditorium as seating is not fixed in place.
• Film is closed-captioned for the vision-impaired.
• Film volume can be accomodated for those with hearing impariments.