The WCU Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology is a small, but dynamic teaching museum in which students co-curate insightful exhibits and help manage the the Department of Anthropology and Sociology’s archaeological and ethnographic collections. The collections encompass thousands of years, and span the globe with a focus on the Americas, but also include East Africa, Southeast Asia, and Europe.

Our mission is to serve as a welcoming, vibrant center where faculty, students, and the public can connect and experience new ideas through our focus on teaching, research, collecting, and public engagement. 

Our vision is to further the University's Plan for Excellence to serve as a leader in community engagement, enhance the quality of life for the campus community, and promote a collaborative culture of thought and inquiry within the larger community.

Come visit us today!

 

Roaring in Secret Logo

Now open in the museum

Panel by Panel logo

Coming soon

World Cup Moves logo

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Hours of Operation

We are open Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 4:30 p.m. during the academic year.

We are happy to arrange guided tours by appointment

Location

The Museum is located in the Old Library Building at 775 S. Church Street.

 

Museum In the News

'Roaring in Secret' receives a front-page review in the Daily Local News

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Anthropology Museum’s Book on WCU's Sesquicentennial Is Published

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Museum Director quoted on strategies to avoid museum thefts

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Featured Object: Early 20th Century Ice Skates

Early 20th Century Ice Skates

Early 20th century ice skates

These ice skates dating to the early 20th century are from the Schlendorf vinage toy collection. To see more from this collection come visit the Roaring in Secret exhibition in the Old Library!