Archaeology

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First Kings of Europe in Budapest

Several ceramic bowls rest on the seafloor, stuck together along with corroded iron and remnants of sea life.

What We're Still Uncovering from an 800-Year-Old Shipwreck

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Misfits of the Mineral Collection

Exhibit Halls

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Pokémon Fossil Museum

People

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Danielle Riebe

John Terrell

John Terrell

William Parkinson

William Parkinson

Ryan Williams

Ryan Williams

Press Releases

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Ancient Temple and Theater Discovered in Peru

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Archaeological study of 24 ancient Mexican cities reveals that collective forms of governance, infrastructural investments, and collaboration all help societies last longer

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Elemental Analysis Facility

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South American Anthropology

Resources

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Ask an Artifact | China Toolkit

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Archaeological Footprint | China Toolkit

Events

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Armour Seminar: Jane Buikstra & John Rick

A group of scientists, professionals, museum staff, and visitors listen to a lecture in a room with large windows, a chandelier, and large wooden fireplace.

Armour Seminar: Megan Whitney

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Early Morning: The Pokémon Fossil Museum

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Early Morning: The Pokémon Fossil Museum