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 Campus Stadium on the Wake Forest Reynolda Campus. For directions please see here: English or Español.

Contact:
For general inquires:
email - moa@wfu.edu
Phone 33.758.5282
Fax: 336.758.5116

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

Museum of Anthropology Staff
Meet the people who make the Museum work!

Exhibits
The museum's permanent exhibits consist of objects from the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Oceania. Household and ceremonial items, textiles, hunting and fishing gear, and objects of personal adornment are presented thematically. Materials collected by Moravian missionaries can be found here, as well as prehistoric artifacts from North Carolina's Yadkin River Valley. Topical exhibits reflecting community interests are presented annually. Portable hands-on exhibits are available for use by schools and special interest groups.

Programs
The museum provides curriculum-based programs for school groups and after-school and summer programs for children. College-level programs on anthropology and museum work are offered, as well as teacher workshops. Adult and family programming includes performances, lectures, films, and trips. People interested in learning more about anthropology are invited to join the Volunteer Program.

Membership
Participation in the Friends of the Museum of Anthropology organization provides a quarterly newsletter, invitations to special exhibit openings and receptions, priority seating at lectures, reduced rates for trips and special programs, and Museum Shop discounts. Please download the membership application here.

Museum Shop
The Museum Shop carries a unique selection of ethnic arts and crafts. Special sales are held in December and May. Open to the Public 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.