It was a special day at the Toolesboro Indian Mounds, a first celebration of Archaeology Month in Louisa County. To celebrate, the Louisa County Conservation Board, Louisa Historical Society and Office of the State Archaeologist brought "Mothers, Maids and Matrons: Women's Work Through Time" to life.

In the morning, Dee Hagmeier and Diane Barnett, members of the Keokuk–based Medicine Eagle Council, spoke about common historical errors people have about American Indians.

"History books are not correct," Hagmeier said. "They are made by affluent white men. The real history is that Native Americans were oppressed for greed."

Hagmeier's late husband Wayne "Medicine Eagle" Hagmeier, was a member of the Ioway tribe. Since her husband's death in 2001, Hagmeier stays with the Ioway about 10 days each year. There, she learns stories, broadens her knowledge and shares their culture. When she leaves, she does her best to share what she has learned with others.

Archaeology Month has a similar goal: to educate people about the past. Two state archaeologist taught attendees how to make rock art, pottery, cordage, corn on the cob and squash.

"We're making rock art," said Sarah Horgen, assistant collections manager. "You grind down charcoal ... and add Crisco - a substitute for animal fat."

"We didn't plan to come here," Leticia said. "But Jessica was telling me about this and ... it looks like she has some interest in archaeology."

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