Dig Deep! Archaeological Discoveries

Travel Back in Time with Us

Our Education Department, with special guests from the Israel Antiquities Authority, has a full week of fun focused on the archaeology of Israel. Travel back in time to ancient Israel and try your hand at some of their crafts: make an oil lamp, mix perfumes, create unique pieces of art, and more. You'll also hear presentations on famous sites and discoveries related to the biblical world and the many people and cultures who have inhabited it. With special days for families and homeschoolers, as well as two special Lunch & Learns, there's something for everyone.

Look below to see the full week's activities, and click on the buttons to learn more about any one of them. Dig Deep: Archaeological Discoveries runs from October 12 to 16.

Lunch & Learn: Dig Deep! Featuring Joe Uziel: Snapshots in the Archaeology of Israel

October 12 & 15, 2023

Enjoy a whirlwind tour of Israel’s archaeology during your lunch break. Join Dr. Joe Uziel of the Israel Antiquities Authority for an overview of the important sites and discoveries associated with various cultures and people who have lived in the region. Add the experience to your ticket today.

Please note: A general admission ticket to the museum is required to attend Lunch & Learn. Registering for Lunch & Learn does not include participation in other Family Fun Day activities. Add Family Fun Day to your ticket at checkout or at the ticketing counter on Floor 1.

Dig Deep: Archaeological Discoveries Family Fun Day

October 12, 14–16, 2023

Go back in time with your family to ancient Israel with these hands-on experiences with our special guests from the Israel Antiquities Authority. Make perfumes, craft oil lamps, and more. Add the experience to your ticket today.

Dig Deep: Archaeological Discoveries Homeschool Day

October 13, 2023

Go back in time to ancient Israel with these hands-on experiences with our special guests from the Israel Antiquities Authority. Make perfumes, craft oil lamps, and more. Add the experience to your ticket today.