Ohio Historical Society Reclaims Ancient Earthworks from Golf Course
Settlement ends years-long legal battle, opening site to public next year
Overview
- Ohio History Connection will take control of the Octagon Earthworks on January 1.
- The site, part of a UNESCO World Heritage designation, will be accessible to visitors year-round.
- The settlement amount paid to Moundbuilders Country Club remains confidential.
- The earthworks, built by the Hopewell Culture, feature significant astronomical alignments.
- The country club is negotiating to relocate to a nearby golf course.