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The Olmec civilization began in 1200 BCE. At this time, they traveled on boats, from villages in Africa, and settled along the Gulf Coast.
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In Around 1150 BCE, The Olmecs began to demonstrate their artistic abilities by building stone sculptures for decoration, and as memorials and monuments.
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During 1200-400 BCE, the early Olmec period began. This was the era that major cities were born.
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Between 1,200 and 400 BCE, the Olmecs flourished in Mesoamerica. They continued building villages, sculptures, monuments, memorials, and farming corn.
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In 900 BCE, The center of San Lorenzo was destroyed, and Olmec monuments were demolished. Also during this time, La Venta became the Olmec capital.
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In 850 BCE, San Lorenzo became the Olmec capital because of its attraction for Olmec people, and its trading hub.
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During 600 BCE, Sacrificial pyramids and other Olmec statues were uncovered.
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During 450-500 BCE, Cuicuilco was at its peak in the Valley of Mexico, and Monte Alban became the capital of the Zapotec in the Oaxaca Valley of Mexico.
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During 300-400 BCE, La Venta was destroyed, monuments were defaced, and the Olmec civilization ended.
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From 50 BCE to 100 CE, Cuicuilco in the Valley of Mexico was destroyed by a volcanic eruption.
