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A million world wonders. 10,000 years of history. An ongoing exploration of the human experience.
Discover a living tapestry of Nations with distinct histories and unexpected identities, and leave preconceptions behind.
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Connect with vibrant cultures of the world, from the very first cities of the Middle East to the lives of Native American communities today.
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3260 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19014
Open Tuesday through Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
and first Wednesdays until 8:00 pm
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Dr. Josef Wegner, Curator in the Egyptian Section, led the recent excavation in Abydos that uncovered a pharaoh's tomb in the Mount Anubis necropolis, unearthing a long-lost dynasty and lesser-known period in Egyptian history.