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Terra Cotta Warriors:
Guardians of China's First Emperor
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Terra Cotta Warriors:
Guardians of China's First Emperor
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May 22, 2009 - October 18, 2009
The Houston Museum of Natural Science presents one of the most extraordinary archaeological finds of the 20th century, considered by many to be the Eighth Wonder of the World: terra cotta warriors from the tomb complex of China's First Emperor, Qin Shi Huang. Intended to protect him throughout eternity, the warriors stood guard over a vast necropolis commissioned by the Emperor when he was only 13 years old. Marvel at more than 100 amazing objects, the largest display of terra cotta figures and tomb artifacts to travel to the U.S.
Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China's First Emperor was named one of the top five "must see" exhibitions by Time Magazine.
Member tickets are $15. Save 50% on your ticket to the exhibition by today!
National funding for Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China's First Emperor is provided by UPS. Local support provided by Weatherford International Ltd.; JP Morgan Chase & Co.; The Harriet and Truett Latimer Endowment Fund; and METRO.
Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardian’s of China’s First Emperor presents the largest display of terra cotta warriors and tomb artifacts ever to travel to the United States. Learn more about this fascinating exhibition, and watch a sneak peak video interview with exhibition curator Dirk Van Tuerenhout.
Visit the Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China’s First Emperor to learn more about the exhibit, and enter to win a 12-day cruise of China - including a stop in Xi'an to experience the site where the Terra Cotta Warriors were discovered.
An optional audio guide is available to expand on your experience in . Explore the exhibition in greater depth as you consider the artifacts on display while listening to curatorial insight based on the latest archaeological research.
Learn more about the Terra Cotta Warriors – and the rich culture that produced them – through special events, lectures and learning experiences associated with the exhibition.
Experience the Eighth Wonder of the World through the stunning exhibition catalog and exquisite replicas of the warriors themselves – now available online. Visit the and click “Museum Store.”
Photo Gallery
Preview images of the generals, infantrymen, officers, and servants and other remarkable artifacts that will be on display in the exhibition.
Educational Materials
Complimentary TEKS-based curriculum specifically tailored to the Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardian's of China's First Emperor exhibition is available for field trip classes, to help students and teachers get the most out of their visit to the Museum.
Purchasing is highly recommended. on tickets, parking, hours and admission.
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