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. Changing Exhibit Hall Admission (in addition to museum admission when applicable) 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   Photo credit: source