HARVARD SEMITIC MUSEUM

CAMBRIDGE, MA

The Harvard Semitic Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts is an archaeological and anthropological museum. It is part of Harvard’s Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations and houses a large collection of artifacts related to the ancient Near East and Mediterranean. The museum dates back to 1889 and was the first of its kind in the United States.

The museum holds a wide range of artifacts from ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, Syria, Israel, and Turkey. These include sculptures, paintings, coins, jewelry, pottery, metal artifacts, and more. The museum also houses a large collection of cuneiform tablets and other documents related to the ancient Near East. Additionally, the museum hosts a variety of educational programs and activities, including lectures, tours, and workshops.

The museum is open to the public, and visitors can explore the galleries, take part in educational programs, and observe the artifacts on display. The museum also offers a variety of educational resources and materials, including books and pamphlets, as well as audio-visual materials.

The Harvard Semitic Museum is a great resource for those interested in the history and culture of the ancient Near East. It is a great place to explore, learn, and discover the rich and fascinating history of this region.

HARVARD SEMITIC MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in CAMBRIDGE MA. US MID #8402500247

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 4,054,499,482 from tax period 201206 (YYYYMM).

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• telephone: 6174961027
• website: http://www.peabody.harvard.edu

PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE
11 DIVINITY AVE
CAMBRIDGE
MA
02138-2019

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