MERRIT MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY

OAKLAND, CA

The Merritt Museum of Anthropology in Oakland, California is a museum dedicated to the study and appreciation of world cultures, with a particular emphasis on ancient and contemporary cultures of the Americas. The museum houses an extensive collection of artifacts from around the world, including ancient and contemporary works of art, textiles, and jewelry from the Americas, Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. The museum also has a library and research center, where scholars and students can study and learn about anthropology and related topics.

The museum was founded in 1971 by Dr. Charles Merritt, a professor of anthropology at the University of California, Berkeley. The museum is located in the historic W.C. Morse Building, which was originally built in the early 1900s and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The museum offers a variety of educational programs and exhibits, including lectures, workshops, and tours. Visitors can explore the museum's permanent collection, which includes a wide range of artifacts from around the world, as well as rotating exhibits and special events. The museum also has an outdoor garden, which features a variety of plants and sculptures from around the world.

The Merritt Museum of Anthropology is open to the public and is a great resource for anyone interested in learning more about world cultures and anthropology.

MERRIT MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY is a Uncategorized or General Museum in OAKLAND CA. US MID #8400600259

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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MERRIT MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY
12500 CAMPUS DR
OAKLAND
CA
94619

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