Especially designed for teens and young adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities, Archaeology in the A.M. at the Penn Museum explores the lives of the ancients with interactive drop-in activities.

Guests can expect to view the new Middle East Galleries, craft their own cylinder seals, play an ancient board game with a new pal, pose at a photobooth in the fashions of the ancients, and take part in a multi-sensory gallery tour.

During the second hour of the program, participants can experience an art-making workshop and a social networking space for parents and family friends. Quiet space with dimmed lighting and fidget toys is accessible. A limited number of noise-reducing headphones are available to borrow.

These activities are free with Museum admission. Special discounts are available. ACCESS cardholders can receive a discounted admission price of $2 per person for up to four visitors. Guests who register in advance for Smithsonian magazine’s Museum Day beginning August 15 get free admission! RSVPs to meganbe@upenn.edu are strongly encouraged. Archaeology in the A.M.is made possible by the Philadelphia Autism Project. To learn more visit www.phillyautismproject.org.