Lulu and El Castillo
Posted on: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 - 6:00am
Did you know there is a pyramid in Mexico that can tell time? This video models how the light and shadow effect on the pyramid El Castillo in Chichen Itza, Mexico tracks time-the spring equinox and the agricultural planting season during zenith... read more
Rio Grande Fish: Archaeology Superheroes!
Posted on: Monday, April 5, 2021 - 1:15pm
Join superhero Catfish Cleo as she explores the Rio Grande River, archaeology, fishbones, how humans impact the environment and how they can take care of the earth. Download useful resources on how to Become a Superhero! and do your part to... read more
Posted on: Tuesday, March 30, 2021 - 6:00am
People the world over have looked to the night sky and told stories about what they see. Be inspired by the stars and write your own constellation story. Then make your own constellation viewer to remember your story and share with a friend.... read more
Docent Diana Shea
Posted on: Tuesday, March 16, 2021 - 6:00am
The vernal or spring equinox marks a time of equal day and night. Docent Diana Shea reads Journey of the Nightly Jaguar, a Mayan legend about the mysterious jaguar and its relationship to the sun and night. Visit our Educational Resources webpage... read more
Archaeologist Dr. Loa Traxler
Posted on: Tuesday, March 9, 2021 - 6:00am
Dr. Loa Traxler, Professor of Anthropology and Museum Studies Director at UNM answers questions about the field of archaeology and her career as a Mayan Archaeologist.
Ask an Archaeologist – Dr. Loa Traxler – grades 5-8
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Docent Phyllis Herbertson reads The Greatest Treasure
Posted on: Tuesday, March 2, 2021 - 6:00am
Docent Phyllis Herbertson reads The Greatest Treasure. Discover Chinese proverbs and the greatest treasure of all! Visit our Educational Resources page for more information and activities on Chinese culture.
Docent Phyllis Herbertson
Posted on: Tuesday, February 23, 2021 - 7:00am
Maxwell Museum docent Phyllis Herbertson tells the story of 2 Chinese Traditional Festivals: the Spring Festival and the Lantern Festival. Discover how the Chinese Lunar New Year is celebrated and learn the story behind the Chinese lantern... read more
Moon Dragon and Lulu
Posted on: Tuesday, February 16, 2021 - 7:15am
Explore shadow puppetry by watching this video of one of the eight famous Chinese horses, Moon Dragon and making shadow puppets of your own. Celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year!
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Posted on: Tuesday, February 9, 2021 - 8:00am
Take a virtual tour of our People of the Southwest Exhibition and hear stories of the people who live in the Southwest today and examine material culture of people who lived here in the past. Includes a virtual tour... read more
Docent Diana Shea presents the Weaving in the Southwest traveling trunk.
Posted on: Tuesday, February 2, 2021 - 7:30am
Join Maxwell Museum docent Diana Shea as she presents the Weaving in the Southwest traveling trunk. Learn about the types of weaving and steps taken to make a woven item. Then watch our Goat in the Rug story time video where the goat in the rug... read more
