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Cave of the Mounds

Cave Of The Mounds

  • Home
  • Plan Your Visit
    • Visit FAQs
    • Explore the Cave
    • Virtual Visit
    • Plan a Day Trip
    • Places to Stay
    • Area Attractions
    • Directions
  • Below Ground
    • Daily Tours
    • VIP Tours​
    • Memberships
    • Cave FAQs
  • Above Ground
    • Maps & Guides
    • Trails
    • Birds
  • Shop
  • Events
    • Upcoming Events
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Science Experiment: Create-A-Fossil Investigation
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Science Experiment: Create-A-Fossil Investigation

Create-A-Fossil Investigation Fossils are remains of life from the past preserved in rock. The most common types of fossils are molds and casts. This activity … Read More

Science Experiment: Grow-Your-Own Speleothem Replicas
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Science Experiment: Grow-Your-Own Speleothem Replicas

Grow-Your-Own Speleothem Replicas Cave formations like stalactites and stalagmites, collectively known as speleothems, form as water seeps through limestone. As the water moves through the … Read More

Science Experiment: Grow-Your-Own Geode Replica
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Science Experiment: Grow-Your-Own Geode Replica

Grow-Your-Own Geode Replica You will need: a clean eggshell, paintbrush, glue, food coloring, alum powder, water, paper towels, glass jar, spoon With a paintbrush spread … Read More

Science Experiment: Crystal Structure Study Experience
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Science Experiment: Crystal Structure Study Experience

Crystal Structure Study Experience You will need: 2 balloons, 12-inch funnel, salt, sugar, hand lens tray or plate (not white) Fill one balloon with salt, … Read More

Science Experiment: Charcoal Briquette Crystal Growing Project
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Science Experiment: Charcoal Briquette Crystal Growing Project

Charcoal Briquette Crystal Growing Project You will need: 1 charcoal briquette, 1 pie tin, Charcoal crystal solution (10ml Ammonia, 50 ml laundry bluing, 50ml salt, … Read More

Butterfly Gardens at Cave of the Mounds
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Butterfly Gardens at Cave of the Mounds

Butterfly habitats have been slowly shrinking due to urbanization and other development practices. Cave of the Mounds National Natural Landmark is committed to encouraging the … Read More

VIDEO: Cave Of The Mounds Makes It Onto The BIG (Dome Theater) Screen!
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VIDEO: Cave Of The Mounds Makes It Onto The BIG (Dome Theater) Screen!

Cave of the Mounds made an appearance in the movie Space Aliens: Looking for Life in the Universe, produced in an immersive dome format like … Read More

Top 6 Ways To Prepare For Your Underground Adventure
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Top 6 Ways To Prepare For Your Underground Adventure

Written by Jan Okeson Planning a visit to a show cave near you or during your next vacation for an underground adventure? New adventures need … Read More

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Winter Family Fun in Wisconsin: Animal Tracks in the Snow!
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Winter Family Fun in Wisconsin: Animal Tracks in the Snow!

Winter is a great time to enjoy family fun outdoors in Wisconsin. A little preparation and imagination can fill winter days with lasting memories and … Read More

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