This event is in the past.It took place on February 14, 2026 at Kelsey Museum of Archaeology.
Walking Tour
Walking TourSaturday Sampler Tour | Love and Marriage in the Ancient World
Old Fourth Ward
Rethink romance this Valentine's Day. This free tour explores ancient love goddesses and marriage inscriptions, revealing how strategic alliances and producing heirs mattered more than hearts and flowers.
Ancient artifacts
Free museum tour
Valentine's Day
Small but mighty
Tips
🗄️"Some of my favorite artifacts were 'hidden' in the drawers" — pull them out beneath the displays
🐱the cat mummy is a visitor favorite if you explore on your own
🅿️free admission but you'll need to pay for public parking nearby
Saturday Sampler Tour | Love and Marriage in the Ancient World
Old Fourth Ward
Walking TourWalking TourRethink romance this Valentine's Day. This free tour explores ancient love goddesses and marriage inscriptions, revealing how strategic alliances and producing heirs mattered more than hearts and flowers.
Ancient artifacts
Free museum tour
Valentine's Day
Small but mighty
Tips
🗄️"Some of my favorite artifacts were 'hidden' in the drawers" — pull them out beneath the displays
🐱the cat mummy is a visitor favorite if you explore on your own
🅿️free admission but you'll need to pay for public parking nearby
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