In the early millennium of the Common Era, Kolomoki, with its surrounding villages, Native American burial mounds, and ceremonial plaza, was a center of population and activity in North America.

The eight visible mounds of earth in the park were built between 250-950 CE by peoples of the Swift Creek and Weeden Island cultures.

Research indicates that it would have taken over two million basket loads carried by individual workers, each holding one cubic foot of earth, to build this mound.

These burials took place on the eastern side of the mound, and the skulls face eastward, the direction of the rising sun, apparently for religious reasons.

The park's museum was built to incorporate part of an excavated mound; it provides an authentic setting for viewing artifacts.

In March 1974, a thief entered the museum at the park and stole more than 129 ancient pots and effigies, numerous arrowheads, and other treasures.

[6] Park Manager Matt Bruner said, These pieces are an important part of North American history and should be properly protected for future generations to study.

They have significant meaning to the Native American people because many were used during burial ceremonies, plus they represent some of the finest craftsmanship of the Kolomoki culture.