This event is in the past.It took place on April 4, 2026 at Cranbrook Institute of Science.
Step into the shoes of a missing archaeological team and hunt for a priceless jade medallion hidden in the ruins of Palenque. You'll translate ancient glyphs, identify poisonous rainforest creatures, decode Mayan calendars, and take rubbings from a sarcophagus to crack the case.
interactive puzzle exhibit
family-friendly
hands-on archaeology
Mayan history
Tips
đšâđ©âđ§âđŠvery family friendly â great for ages 2-12
đtranslate real Mayan glyphs at the field station
â°ïžtake rubbings from an ancient sarcophagus
$9
Mystery of the Mayan Medallion
Bloomfield Hills
Step into the shoes of a missing archaeological team and hunt for a priceless jade medallion hidden in the ruins of Palenque. You'll translate ancient glyphs, identify poisonous rainforest creatures, decode Mayan calendars, and take rubbings from a sarcophagus to crack the case.
interactive puzzle exhibit
family-friendly
hands-on archaeology
Mayan history
Tips
đšâđ©âđ§âđŠvery family friendly â great for ages 2-12
đtranslate real Mayan glyphs at the field station
â°ïžtake rubbings from an ancient sarcophagus
$9
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