Terra Cotta Warriors in Washington, DC

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Terra Cotta Army at National Geographic Museum, Washington, DC

Terra Cotta Army Coming to U.S. National Geographic Museum, Wahington, DC
November 19, 2009 to March 31, 2010

Soldiers. Charioteers. Archers. Musicians. Generals. Acrobats. Nearly 2,000 years ago, thousands of life-size clay figures were buried in massive underground pits to accompany China's first emperor, Qin Shihuangdi, into the afterlife. Their discovery outside the city of Xi'an in 1974 is one of the greatest archaeological finds of the 20th century.

Now, you can stand face-to-face with these terra cotta warriors. In November 2009, National Geographic Museum will host Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China’s First Emperor, an exhibition featuring treasures from the tomb complex including 15 life-size figures, weapons, armor, coins, and more. Don't miss this chance to see the largest collection of significant artifacts from China ever to travel to the United States.

National Geographic Museum is excited to be the final stop on the two-year U.S. tour of Terra Cotta Warriors. Whether you live in Washington, D.C., or are just passing through, come visit us for this special exhibition and the many other exhibitions and events we host all year long.

National Geographic Museum. 17th & M Streets NW, Washington, DC 20036
www.nationalgeographic.com/terracottawarriors