Mission Statement

The Museum of Anthropology at Wake Forest University creates awareness of global cultures by collecting, protecting, managing, and exhibiting archaeological artifacts, ethnographic objects, and visual arts of past and present peoples, and providing opportunities for intercultural learning.

Featured Exhibits

“Ties that Bind: Wedding Customs from around the World" January 25 – May 3, 2008 Click here for details.

“Face to Face: The Arts of Exchange in Mainland Papua New Guinea" New permanent exhibit opening September 14, 2007 Click here for details.

Museum receives grant from The Winston-Salem Foundation
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Museum receives grant from NCHC
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Museum Receives Federal Grant
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History

Founded in 1963, the Museum was established by the faculty of the Department of Anthropology to broaden the learning opportunities for their students. Since its inception, the Museum's educational role has expanded greatly into the Winston-Salem and Triad communities. In its present location on campus since 1986, the Museum's collections, exhibits, and programs have grown extensively.

Location

We are located behind the Kentner Stadium on the Wake Forest University Reynolda Campus. For directions please click here.

Hours of Operation

The Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
(Special arrangements can be made for school classes and special functions.)

Contact

For general inquires:
email - moa@wfu.edu
Phone 336.758.5282
Fax: 336.758.5116

Mailing Address

Museum of Anthropology
Wake Forest University
PO Box 7267
Winston-Salem, NC 27109-7267

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