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Friday, Aug. 21, 2015 – Monday, Sep. 7, 2015
The term “samurai” is one readily associated with Japan. Roughly translated as “those who serve,” the term refers to armed supporters of wealthy landowners going back to the late 8th century AD. Over time, the samurai gained power and became warrior-administrators during a period known as the Age of the Samurai.
The Houston Museum of Natural Science is proud to host Samurai: The Way of the Warrior, an exhibit of exquisite objects related to these legendary warriors. Among these are full suits of armor, helmets, swords, sword-hilts, and saddles, as well as exquisite objects intended for more personal use such as lacquered writing boxes, incense trays and foldable chairs.
The exhibition comes to the Houston Museum of Natural Science from one of the most important private Samurai collections outside Japan, known for the number and quality of its pieces.
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Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (last entry at 4:30 pm)
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm (last entry at 5:30 pm)
Free Tuesdays (not available on Feb. 20 or May 7, 2024), 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm (last entry at 7:30 pm)
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General Admission/Permanent Exhibits
- Adult Ticket: $25 (ages 12 and up); members are free
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- Military (with ID): $16
- Groups (10+): $16
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