The Arkansas Discovery Network’s Mayan Mystery Exhibit

January 3, 2008

If you're new here, sign up for your free daily email about all things kid related in Northwest Arkansas. Click here to subscribe to Life+Kids by Email. Thanks for visiting!

The Mystery of the Mayan Medallion Poster An archaeological team has disappeared from a dig site at an ancient Mayan temple in Palenque, Mexico. The scientists were investigating rumors of a priceless jade medallion buried in the ruins. Something horrifying apparently scared them off, but they managed to leave behind a video with clues and a warning to all who come after. Who can solve the puzzle, find the treasure and avoid the fate of the unfortunate archaeologists?

That’s the challenge children, parents and teachers face in “The Mystery of the Mayan Medallion,” an immersive exhibit developed by the Arkansas Discovery Network and presented by the University of Arkansas Center for Mathematics and Science Education. The exhibit will be on display from Monday, Jan. 7, through March 8 at the Joy Pratt Markham Gallery of the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville.

“We are very excited about this particular exhibit. Everyone likes a good ‘who done it’ and this experience blends just the right amount of mystery into real science and history,” said Lynne Hehr, director of the Center for Math and Science Education. “This exhibit uses the mystery and intrigue of the Mayan empire to explore math, science and history in a way that’s sure to capture the imagination of everyone who visits.”

Note: This event is being presented by the University of Arkansas Center for Mathematics and Science Education. All questions regarding the event should be directed to the University of Arkansas Center for Math and Science Education or the Arkansas Discovery Network .

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Museums, Upcoming Events and Deadlines 

Comments

One Response to “The Arkansas Discovery Network’s Mayan Mystery Exhibit”

  1. Mayan Exhibit at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville Arkansas | Life+Kids on January 9th, 2008 5:20 pm

    […] more information on the Mystery of the Mayan Medallion exhibit at the Walton Arts Center.  (click here to go to my prior post on the […]

Got something to say?