Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
About
The Olduvai Gorge Museum, located in Northern Tanzania's Ngorongoro Conservation Area, is dedicated to the archaeological and paleoanthropological significance of the Olduvai Gorge and Laetoli fossil sites. Established by Mary Leakey in the late 1970s, the museum showcases artifacts and research findings from the surrounding region, including significant discoveries related to early human ancestors. The museum features exhibits on the Leakey family's work, the Laetoli footprints, and insights into the lives of early hominids like Australopithecus afarensis from over 3.6 million years ago. The museum's design, inspired by Maasai architecture, includes a cultural boma and educational spaces, emphasizing both scientific and cultural heritage. Its exhibits provide a window into the distant past, highlighting the evolutionary journey of humans.
Gallery
Explore photographs of ancient structures, artifacts, and archaeological excavations at Olduvai Gorge Museum
Archaeological Features
Explore the unique architectural and cultural elements found at this historical site
Religious and Ritual Structures
Artistic and Decorative Features
Historical Timeline
Journey through time and discover key events in this site's archaeological history
Plan Your Visit
Details
- Country
- Tanzania
- Source
- Wikipedia
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