Name means “rubber people”

Location

• Settled along the coast of the Gulf of Mexico

Modern-day countries include

• Mexico

Economy

• Influenced area through trade– Olmec jade carvings found throughout

Central America

Religion

• Polytheism • Performed ritual sacrifices• Played pok-a-tok game• Built temple and pyramids• Went on pilgrimages

Achievements

• Constructed “Colossal Heads”• Developed calendar