Family Programs

Family Program Maize at the Museum

September 26, 2009 1–4 pm

Open House Zooarchaeology Lab

October 12, 2009; Noon–4:30 PM

Peabody Museum zooarchaeologists will demonstrate what animal bones can reveal using modern animal skeletons. This event is a favorite for children. Bring your own bone to get it identified. Free with Museum admission.

Family Program Archaeology of the Magnificent Maya

October 17, 2009; 1–4 PM

Investigate how archaeologists are unraveling the mysteries of Classic Maya culture and people. Try your hand at deciphering Maya numbers.  Make and take home images of bahlam (jaguar), chan (snake), and sotz’ (bat), complex Maya glyphs. Participate in a special gallery program at 2:00. Appropriate for ages 8 and up. Free with Museum admission.

Family Program Harvard Yard Archaeology

October 24, 2009; 9:30 AM–12:30 PM

Meet archaeologists in Harvard Yard and find out what lies beneath. Find out about the Archaeology of Harvard Yard. See related exhibition. Free in Harvard Yard. Rain location: Peabody Museum, free with Museum admission.

Family Program Day of the Dead/Día de los Muertos

November 1, 2009; 1–4:30 PM. Free with Museum admission.