Museum of Ancient Near Eastern Art

The Museum of Ancient Near Eastern Art is part of a university (Harvard University’s Harvard Art Museums) that specializes in artifacts from civilizations of the ancient Near East, including Mesopotamia, Persia, Anatolia, and Egypt. It houses an extensive collection of sculptures, ceramics, tablets, jewelry, and other objects that offer insights into early cultures’ art, religion, and daily life. The museum provides scholars, students, and the public with opportunities to study and appreciate the rich history and achievements of these ancient societies through well-preserved artifacts and educational exhibits.