THE WEST COAST PREMIERE LIMITED ENGAGEMENT: JUNE 12 - JANUARY 3 San Diego Natural History Museum

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TO THE MYSTERIOUS WORLD OF ANCIENT MAYA

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The ruined cities of the ancient Maya have captured our imaginations since news of their discovery in the jungles of Central America was published in the 1840s. Extensive research has uncovered a culture with a sophisticated worldview that, during its Classic period (250-900 AD), rivaled any civilization in Europe. Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed, an original exhibition, sheds light on this mysterious and majestic ancient culture. 

At 10,000 square feet, Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed is the largest exhibition about the ancient Maya ever to be displayed in the United States. Created by the Science Museum of Minnesota, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, and the Museum of Science, Boston, the exhibition debuted in St. Paul, Minnesota in 2013 and now makes it West Coast premiere. 

Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed uses a combination of hundreds of authentic artifacts, immersive environments, multimedia components, and hands-on activities to explore the rise and eventual decline of these fascinating ancient cities.

The exhibition gives visitors a glimpse at a cross-section of Maya life—from divine kings who ruled powerful cities to the artisans and laborers who formed the backbone of Maya society.

Visitors will see spectacular examples of Maya artistry made by masters of their craft, along with objects from everyday life. They’ll also get a close look at the scientific work being carried out at key Maya sites across Central America to understand exactly how we know what we know of the once-hidden Maya of the ancient past.

Presented in English and Spanish.

Made possible with support from the National Endowment for the Humanities.


Tickets

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Admission Tickets

Adult: $29

Senior (62+)/Military/College Student: $27

Youth (7-17): $19

Child (3-6): $11

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Member Tickets

Adult: $16

Senior (62+)/Military/College Student: $14

Youth (7-17): $11

Child (3-6): $9

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To purchase tickets and reserve an entry time on the same day of your visit: Please call Customer Service directly at 877.946.7797 to make your purchase.

Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed is not included in Residents’ Free Tuesday

Passholder Tickets

If you have a Balboa Park Explorer, San Diego GoCard, or other passes for general admission to theNAT, you can purchase an upgrade ticket to see Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed at discounted rates. Purchase tickets at the Admissions Desk on the day of your visit.

Adult: $19 | Senior (62+)/Military/College Student: $17 | Youth (7-17): $13 | Child (3-6): $11

Group Tickets

Discount tickets are available for groups of 10 or more. Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed is perfect for adult, youth, senior, and tour groups. Advance reservations are required.

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School Field Trips

Teachers: Planning your next school field trip? Discount school group rates are available with advanced reservations. Field trip reservations fill up quickly. Act now!

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Host a Private Party

During evening hours, Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed is available for private events. Corporations, organizations, and social groups can enjoy a buy-out of this exhibition for an unforgettable and unique Museum experience. Contact events@sdnhm.org.

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Hours of Operation

JUNE 12, 2015 - JANUARY 3, 2016

Open daily 10 AM to 5 PM

Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Hours subject to change.
PLAN FOR YOUR MAYA EXPERIENCE

Please plan on spending at least 90 minutes exploring this exhibition.


Highlights

Recent Press Coverage

MAYA: HIDDEN WORLDS REVEALED | SANDIEGO6.COM | JULY 23, 2015

HE KNOWS THE SECRETS OF THE MAYA | UTSANDIEGO.COM | JUNE 23, 2015

LESSONS TO BE LEARNED FROM THE MAYA: HIDDEN WORLDS REVEALED AT SAN DIEGO NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | SANDIEGOFREEPRESS.COM | JUNE 17, 2015

REVIEW: MAYA: HIDDEN WORLDS REVEALED | SANDIEGOJUMBLE.COM | JUNE 16, 2015

NEW AT THENAT: THE ANCIENT WORLD OF THE MAYANS | LAJOLLALIGHT.COM | JUNE 16, 2015

LA CIVILIZACIÓN MAYA LLEGA AL MUSEO DE HISTORIA NATURAL DE SAN DIEGO | VIDALATINASD.COM | JUNE 12, 2015

MAYA AT THENAT | LAPRENSA-SANDIEGO.ORG | JUNE 12, 2015

WEEKEND ROUNDUP: FIND THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN SAN DIEGO THIS WEEKEND | WHERELA.COM | JUNE 11, 2015

¡ÓRALE! EVENTOS Y ACTIVIDADES EN TODA LA REGIÓN FRONTERIZA | UTSANDIEGO.COM | JUNE 11, 2015

MAYA EXHIBIT EXAMINES MYSTERIES | UTSANDIEGO.COM | JUNE 11, 2015

NEW EXHIBITION AT SAN DIEGO NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM EXPLORES ANCIENT MAYA | KPBS.ORG | JUNE 10, 2015

LA JOLLA'S BEST BET FOR EVENTS JUNE 11-18 | LAJOLLALIGHT.COM | JUNE 10, 2015

SNEAK PEEK: NEW EXHIBIT OPENS AT THE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | CBS8.COM | JUNE 9, 2015

DISCOVERING ANCIENT MAYA | FOX5SANDIEGO.COM | JUNE 9, 2015

LARGEST MAYA EXHIBITION IN U.S. COMING TO SAN DIEGO MUSEUM | SFGATE.COM | JUNE 4, 2015

HOT TICKETS | SANDIEGOMAGAZINE.COM | MAY 22, 2015

GUIDE: BALBOA PARK CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION | KPBS.ORG | JANUARY 31, 2015

WHAT’S NEW IN SAN DIEGO? | TRAVELPULSE.COM | JULY 23, 2014

PAST MARKETS

EXPLORING MAYA MYSTERIES AT MUSEUM OF SCIENCE | BOSTONGLOBE.COM | SEPTEMBER 6, 2014

CONNECT TO THE PAST: DENVER’S LINK TO MAYAN CULTURE | AURORASENTINEL.COM | MARCH 20, 2014

DENVER MUSEUM OF NATURE & SCIENCE UNVEILS NEW WING, MAYAN EXHIBIT | BIZJOURNALS.COM | FEBRUARY 12, 2014

DENVER MUSEUM OF NATURE & SCIENCE ENTERS NEW WING AND ERA | DENVERPOST.COM| FEBRUARY 6, 2014 

PHOTOS: TEN GREAT REASONS TO VISIT DENVER IN 2014 | WESTWORD.COM | JANUARY 7, 2014