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What other structures were found in southeastern Native American villages besides houses?

July 4, 2020 by Karen Hill

The houses in southeastern Native American villages were built around a courtyard that was big enough to hold all the village residents and their guests during the Green Corn Ceremony and other important events.

By the courtyard was a council house, where the wise old men and distinguished warriors who ruled the village could meet. Every village also had a great ball court.

There, in summer, men gathered to play a spirited game they called chunky that was similar to the modern sport of lacrosse.

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About Karen Hill

Karen Hill is a freelance writer, editor, and columnist. Born in New York, her work has appeared in the Examiner, Yahoo News, Buzzfeed, among others.

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