The secrets of an ancient world await in “Mystery of the Mayan Medallion”.
In this immersive exhibit, visitors are transported to Palenque, Mexico, where an archaeological team has mysteriously disappeared from a dig site while investigating rumors of a priceless jade medallion. They will follow the clues the team left behind to locate the precious medallion while avoiding the dangers lurking in the ruins.
In the exhibit, visitors will:
- Translate glyphs
- Discover which rainforest animals are poisonous
- Learn how the Mayans recorded dates
- Take rubbings from a sarcophagus
- Interpret a “battle” mural
Exhibit components include archeology, biology and astro-mathematic field stations, an observatory and a tomb area that yield clues to the medallion’s whereabouts.
“Mystery of the Mayan Medallion has been popular everywhere it’s been experienced, and we know museum visitors young and old alike will enjoy engaging with the many components of the exhibit,” said Kelley Bass, CEO of the Museum of Discovery. “It is a fun mix of science, history and intrigue.”
- Adults: $9
- Adult Members: $8
- Seniors 65+ & Children 2 - 12: $7
- Seniors 65+ & Children 2 - 12 Members: $6
- CIS Enhanced Members and Children under 2: FREE
"Mystery of the Mayan Medallion" is an exhibit by the Discovery Network, a statewide program of the Museum of Discovery in Little Rock.