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Terra Cotta Warriors:
Guardians of China's First Emperor



 Terra Cotta Warriors:
Guardians of China's First Emperor
 

May 18, 2009 - October 16, 2009

The Houston Museum of Natural Science is excited to present one of the greatest archaeological finds of the 20th century, the tomb complex of China's First Emperor, Shi Huangdi, features thousands of terra cotta warriors that were intended to protect him throughout eternity. Since their discovery, the terra cotta army has been termed the Eighth Wonder of the Ancient World.

Learn more about Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China's First Emperor.

National funding for Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China's First Emperor is provided by GE and UPS.

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Members $9

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Adults $18
Children  $12
Seniors  $12
School Groups $6
Groups of 20 or more $10