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Splendor and Tension in Benin

Title: Splendor and Tension in Benin
Location: Univ. of Penn Museum of Archaeology & Anthropology 3260 South Street, Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Description: IYARE! Splendor and Tension in Benin\’s Palace Theatre focuses on the rich art, cultural heritage, and ongoing traditions of the Edo people of Nigeria\’s Benin Kingdom. The exhibition features nearly 100 objects from the Penn Museum\’s collection of cast bronzes, carved ivories, and wooden artifacts from the Kingdom of Benin, as well as photographs from contemporary palace life, text, video, regional Nigerian art, and international art inspired by Benin culture.
215.898.4890
http://www.museum.upenn.edu
Ongoing Daily except Mon 11/8/08 - 3/1/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 8-19
Time: During regular hours
Cost: Free with paid admission
Start Date: 2009-01-01
End Date: 2009-03-01

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