JOURNAL ARTICLE

BIGHORN MEDICINE WHEEL, WYOMING.

  • Published In: Archaeology, 2025, v. 78, n. 6. P. 20 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: STIRN, MATT 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the Medicine Wheel, a significant archaeological site located at 9,700 feet on Medicine Mountain in Wyoming's Bighorn Range. This 80-foot-diameter circular structure, made of limestone boulders, features 28 spokes and is one of the best-preserved examples among over 100 similar monuments in the Rocky Mountains. While its construction date remains debated, excavations have revealed artifacts suggesting it may have been built a few hundred years ago, with connections to Native American cultural practices. The site serves as a sacred space for contemporary Native Americans, who continue to hold spiritual ceremonies there, reflecting a deep historical connection to the landscape. Visitors can access the site via a 1.5-mile path, with ranger-led tours available, and the area is rich in opportunities for exploration and cultural education. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Archaeology. 2025/11, Vol. 78, Issue 6, p20
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Military History and Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0003-8113
  • Accession Number:188219356
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