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University City, Philadelphia
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"... including mummies, Roman statues and the third largest sphinx in the world!"(2 Tips)
"Check out the mummy lab, just off the ancient near east galleries."(2 Tips)
"Chinese Rotunda"(2 Tips)
"They have old stuff here!"(2 Tips)
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DailyCandyFebruary 26, 2014With collections spanning Egyptian to Central American, this is the place for anyone who appreciates learning about world cultures. Think you’ve seen your share of masks and pottery? Think again.
stephanie pappasNovember 13, 2015One of my favorite museums! Love their Egyptian collection, they have the most piece of any museum even more then the MET - and I love the location- great afternoon trip and cool even for kids
Cheryl PetersJanuary 21, 2018We were here for a wedding. Incredible artifacts. I would love to come back during regular museum hours to explore the whole venue.
Philadelphia Science FestivalApril 8, 2013Long Live Our Treasures! Join leading researchers + conservators to learn how museums + individuals can preserve their precious artifacts. 4/24, 5-8. Tickets: $6 in advance, $12 at door, $5 educators Read more
Pearson - Always LearningMarch 25, 2014One for the arts students, make sure you check out the third largest sphinx in the world - inspiration is sure to strike while you gaze upon it!
visitPANovember 2, 2011If you're into human history or digging up old stuff, you've hit the jackpot. Mummies, Roman statues, the third largest sphinx on the planet - You can literally discover the entire world here.
ConciergeMay 21, 2012All active duty, National Guard and Reserve military personnel and their families can enjoy free admission from Memorial Day through Labor Day.thanks to the Blue Star Museum program!
Arielle M.September 29, 2012A great museum with lots of info both on the history of artifacts and how they were excavated. So glad I visited.- Reinhold ResidentialSeptember 27, 2012Historical artifacts from around the world including mummies, Roman statues and the third largest sphinx in the world!
Leonard HansonAugust 24, 2014Small collection which can be comfortably viewed in half a day, but some impressive pieces.
Julia TrutenJuly 12, 2015I love the collection, I loved going to summer camp here, I've loved it my whole life.
- Check out the mummy lab, just off the ancient near east galleries.
- Visit PhillyMay 14, 2012Take a culinary journey in the Pepper Mill Cafe with occasional special menus of exhibit-inspired dishes.
- Visit PhillyOctober 8, 2010The Chinese Rotunda, one of the largest unsupported masonry domes in the World, houses a collection of Chinese monumental art that spans thousands of years. Read more
Women's Committee Penn MuseumAugust 17, 2012Mark your calendar for a return trip: the Penn Museum hosts TREASURES 2012 Jewelry Sale + Show from October 26-28! Want a preview? Visit us on Pinterest! Read more
PHL Science FestJanuary 10, 2011Founded in 1887, the Museum has sent 400+ archaeological and anthropological expeditions across the world's inhabited continents. The museum is part of the Philadelphia Science Fest April 15-28, 2011. Read more
Lisa CFebruary 18, 2015Definitely use SEPTA to get here--the station is half a block away. Parking is difficult.
Seungmin WhangJanuary 15, 2012
Marc BrasofAugust 28, 2011Stolen Buddhist artwork that China is demanding back is here. Can you find it?
the tang horses have been reinstalled in the rotunda. Read more
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University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
3260 South St (at 33rd St)
Philadelphia, PA 19104
United States
Philadelphia, PA 19104
United States
The Penn Museum (University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology) transforms understanding of the human experience.
Closed until 10:00 AM (Show more)
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- 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
(215) 898-4000
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