Open today 10 am – 5 pm
A family in the Middle East Galleries.

Explore Our Shared Humanity

A million world wonders. 10,000 years of history. An ongoing exploration of the human experience.

The Mexico and Central American Gallery.
On View

Mexico & Central America Gallery

Experience the vibrant heritage and diverse cultures of the ancient Americas.

Included with admission

The Ram in the Thicket statue.

What's On View

Connect with vibrant cultures of the world, from the very first cities of the Middle East to the lives of Native American communities today.

The Main Entrance during fall.

Plan Your Visit

The Penn Museum is open to all.
3260 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19014
Open Tuesday through Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Visitors admiring the Sphinx.

Members Get More

World adventure awaits all explorers at the Penn Museum, and members get a world of perks: Free year-round admission, special discounts, plus invitations to popular programs and exclusive events.

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Upcoming Events

  • Monsters, Myths, and Legends

    Join an expert guide to dig deeper into the meaning of monsters: what they protected, what they punished, and what they revealed about the cultures that imagined them.

    Outline of trees backlit by a giant moon.
  • CultureFest! Día de los Muertos

    November 1, don't miss this full-day festival of fun for the whole family.

    Performance at CultureFest! Día de los Muertos.
  • Up Late with the Sphinx

    Explore the galleries after dark during an epic evening of family fun.

    Children exploring the Museum with flashlights.
  • Upcoming Events

    Connect with science, culture, history, and more during one of these upcoming programs.

    3 women in African garb, dancing
Necklace available in the shop.

From exquisite jewelry and decor to toys, books, and apparel, find world treasures to inspire and delight at the Penn Museum Shop. Members save 15% on all purchases everyday.

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A wedding at the museum.

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Celebrate with Us

Our beautiful historic building located on the University of Pennsylvania’s campus is one of Philadelphia’s premier venues for weddings, celebrations, corporate, and philanthropic events.

Hands down, the best museum in all of Philadelphia. Really... Worth a visit. Worth a membership. Worth a trip to their gift shop.
Thom W., Google

In the News

Expedition Magazine cover.

Member Perk

Expedition magazine

An exclusive magazine for Penn Museum Members to dig into the latest archaeological research, amazing artifacts, world culture, and Penn Museum news.

Photo of Nimrud.

Newsweek: Remarkable Ancient Shrines Discovered in Temple Burnt Down 2,600 Years Ago

Penn Museum's excavations in northern Iraq recently unearthed two previously unknown shrines within the Ninurta Temple, shedding new light on the history of ancient Assyria.