Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology, 11 Divinity Avenue and Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East, 6 Divinity Avenue, Cambridge, MA
In-Person Special Event
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Find out how archaeology expands upon written historical records and helps to diversify our understanding of human behavior. Explore North American, South American, Egyptian, and Mesopotamian archaeology across the exhibit halls of two museums. Experience human history and prehistory through exhibits, hands-on opportunities (indoors and outdoors), and discussions with student archaeologists. Activities include ancient DNA analysis, animal mummies, King Tut’s throne, spear throwing, flintknapping, and other surprises during this popular annual event.
Free with regular museum admission.
All Ages
Free event parking starting at 12:00 pm at the 52 Oxford Street Garage.
At the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology
11 Divinity Avenue, Cambridge
Outside
Stone Age Target Practice: Launch 5-foot darts using a spear-thrower (weather-permitting)
Inside
Flint Knapping: Make a stone tool
Microscopic Clues: See the ingredients in ceramic pots
Ancient DNA: Learn how new tools answer old questions
Inca Khipus: Handle a replica of string writing
Harvard Yard Archaeology: Test the age of a pipe stem
Zooarchaeology: Compare animal skulls to understand domestication
Archaeology Lab: Examine lab techniques used after an excavation
At the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East
6 Divinity Avenue, Cambridge
Egyptian Animal Mummies: Meet “Neferkitty” the Egyptian cat mummy and others
Virtual Reality Giza Tomb Tour: Explore the Tomb of Queen Meresankh III in 3D
King Tut’s Throne: Listen to stories about our antique replica
Ancient Cuneiform Writing: Learn how to make ancient symbols in clay
The Royal Game of Ur: Play a giant version of the world’s oldest-known board game
This program is part of HMSC’s 10-Year Anniversary Celebration.
