Dig deeper into the ancient human story and our shared history with the groundbreaking traveling exhibit Origins: Fossils from the Cradle of Humankind at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas.
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This once-in-a-lifetime engagement will invite guests to come face-to-face with the actual fossils of Australopithecus sediba and Homo naledi – two recently discovered species of ancient human relatives that are shaping our understanding of the origins of humanity.
Created in partnership with the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits University) in South Africa and the National Geographic Society, the 5,000-square-foot traveling exhibition will explore the dramatic discovery of these fossils that have never been displayed outside of South Africa – and likely never will again.
Here’s everything you need to know to plan your visit to the Perot Museum of Nature and Science and see Origins: Fossils from the Cradle of Humankind:
See Ancient Fossils from the Cradle of Humankind at the Perot Museum
Dig deeper into the ancient human story and our shared history with the groundbreaking exhibit Origins: Fossils from the Cradle of Humankind at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas.
What is Origins: Fossils from the Cradle of Humankind, Perot Museum’s Newest Traveling Exhibit?
Presented in English and Spanish, the traveling exhibit will feature interactive experiences, a simulated excavation site, and the intriguing stories of the diverse, multinational scientific teams who excavated both discoveries under the leadership of world-renowned paleoanthropologist Professor Lee Berger of Wits University.
This exhibition will mark the first time ancient hominin fossils have traveled for public display since “Lucy” (Australopithecus afarensis) between 2007 and 2013. Wits University is the official custodian of the fossils.
About Wits University. Wits is a global leader in the paleosciences, one of its key research areas. Wits’ research output has increased by over 45% in the last four years with more than 85% of its research published in international journals. Wits’ latest research available at wits.ac.za/research.
About the National Geographic Society. The National Geographic Society is a global nonprofit organization that uses the power of science, exploration, education and storytelling to illuminate the wonder of the world, define critical challenges and catalyze action to protect our planet since 1888. To learn more, visit nationalgeographic.org.
About the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. The top cultural attraction in Dallas/Fort Worth, the Perot Museum of Nature and Science is a nonprofit educational organization located in the heart of Dallas, Texas. Future scientists, mathematicians and engineers will find inspiration and enlightenment through 11 permanent exhibit halls on five floors of public space; a children’s museum; a state-of-the art traveling exhibition hall; and The Hoglund Foundation Theater. To learn more, please visit perotmuseum.org.
About Origins: Fossils from the Cradle of Humankind Perot Museum Traveling Exhibit
Featuring fossils of two recently discovered ancient human ancestors – described as “one of the greatest fossil discoveries of the past half century” – the exhibition will likely be the only time they leave South Africa for display.
Origins: Fossils from the Cradle of Humankind – presented by Highland Capital Management – runs Oct. 19, 2019, through March 22, 2020.
How do I buy tickets to the Perot Museum?
You will need to purchase a general admission ticket, in addition to the special exhibit entrance fee. Purchase tickets here.
General admission tickets cost: $20 for non-members (discounts for members, law enforcement and first responders, educators, and low income families)
Special exhibit tickets cost: $10
The Perot Museum of Nature and Science is located at: 2201 N. Field Street, Dallas, TX
See Ancient Human Fossils at the Perot Museum’s Newest Traveling Exhibit in Dallas
Dig deeper into the ancient human story and our shared history with the groundbreaking traveling exhibit Origins: Fossils from the Cradle of Humankind at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas. mary
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