Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019 – Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019
05:30 PM
US/Central
Join us for an evening to remember as we explore socio-cultural connections between health and disease with Dr. Sabrina Sholts, Curator of Biological Anthropology at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural Science, and Dr. Salima Ikram, Distinguished Professor and Egyptologist. We will explore food, culture, and epidemics in ancient Egypt. They will share the socio-cultural connections between health and disease and explore the research in genetics that has provided clues to the past.
From 5:30pm - 6:15pm you will engage with curators, explore exhibits, and enjoy light bites and cocktails. The panel will begin promptly at 6:30pm, followed by an audience Q&A at 7:30pm.
Considering a historical perspective can improve our understanding of ecosystems within and around us that influence our health each and every day. Discover more about the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health in both the ancient and modern world.
Co-Sponsored by Archaeology Now
Generously underwritten by Family Tree DNA
Tickets available here.
HOURS & ADMISSION
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Monday - Saturday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday, 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sunday, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Special exhibits may require an additional fee - General Admission: $10 per adult; $8 per child (ages 3-12); $8 per senior (ages 65+); Free for members and children under 2 yrs. Free Hours: Free Family Thursdays 2 - 7 pm.
Directions & Parking
- Paid Parking
- Street Parking
- Parking for Museum visitors is $5. Parking for non-Museum visitors is $8. Parking for Museum members is $3. Enter the parking lot from Hermann Dr. Metered street parking is available on streets surrounding the Museum.
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