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More Than 4,500 Years in the Making...

Come face-to-face with the largest exhibition of real mummies and related artifacts ever assembled.

Mummies of the World provides a window into the lives of ancient people from every region of the world including Europe, South America, and Ancient Egypt, offering unprecedented insights into past cultures and civilizations.

Embark on a journey into the extraordinary world of mummies and mummification.

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At The Playhouse Square Corner Gallery

A never-before-seen collection of natural and intentionally preserved human and animal mummies

Inside Every Mummy Is A Story Waiting To Be Told...

Mummies of the World highlights real advances in the scientific methods used to study mummies, including Computed Tomography (CT), ancient DNA analysis, and radiocarbon dating, all of which allow researchers to learn about the lives, history, and cultures of these mummies.

Egyptian Animal mummies including a cat, falcon, fish, snow rabbit, a lizard, and more; many of which were deliberately preserved to accompany royals in the afterlife.
Shrunken heads are typically associated with the Jivaro culture of Ecuador, where members of the group have traditionally shrunk the heads of enemies captured in battle.
The Burns Collection a group of medical mummies used to teach anatomy in the early 19th century.
The Vac Mummies a mummified family from Hungary believed to have died from tuberculosis.
MUMAB the first replication of Egyptian mummification done on a body in 2,800 years.
An Egyptian priest named Nes-Hor whom we have determined had arthritis and a broken left hip.
"a must-see"
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Hours Hours

MON-THU: Private groups only (call 216-640-8600 for details)
FRI: 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.
SAT: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
SUN: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Last entry 1 hour before the doors close.
Open Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day

Price Price

Tickets are $19.95 for adults with discounts available for children (3-17), seniors and groups of 10 or more.

Duration Duration

45 minutes to 1 hour, however, there is no time limit once you have passed through the entry area.

Groups Groups

Group tickets are available for parties of 10 or more. Exhibit open to groups only on select Mondays-Thursdays. Group minimum may apply. Call 216-640-8600 for more details.

Location Location

The Corner Gallery at Playhouse Square
1305 Euclid Avenue (Corner of E. 13th St. & Euclid Ave.)
Cleveland, Ohio 44115

Parking Parking

Valet parking is provided by VIP Valet at Playhouse Square. For your convenience, valet is available on East 13th Street adjacent to the Exhibit entrance. Valet parking opens one hour prior to the exhibit opening and is available until 3:30 p.m. on Fridays, 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays, and 2:00 p.m. on Sundays. For other options, visit our parking guide.

FAQ's: Questions About The Experience?

"MUMMIES OF THE WORLD: THE EXHIBITION" is a captivating exhibition that showcases mummies and related artifacts from various cultures and time periods around the world.

Walk-up sales are available during Corner Gallery business hours. The last entry is 1 hour before the doors close. When purchasing online, you must choose a date and time range for your tickets to MUMMIES OF THE WORLD. If you are unsure what day you would like to come, select the FLEX PASS which is good for one entry during regular exhibit hours. Due to anticipated demand, we encourage you to purchase your tickets in advance.

45 minutes to 1 hour, however, there is no time limit once you have passed through the entry area.

MUMMIES OF THE WORLD is recommended for children of all ages; however, content is best suited for 4th graders or older. Strollers are not permitted in the exhibit. Please note: This exhibition contains the mummified remains of people who lived in the past. Playhouse Square understands and acknowledges there are a variety of cultural and religious perspectives on the display of deceased individuals. We display this special exhibition for educational purposes. Families with younger children who may not have previously experienced an exhibition like this one may wish to focus on its educational aspects. 

Yes, an audio tour is available for free, courtesy of Huntington Bank. Visit playhousesquare.org/mummiestour for how to access the audio tour. A smartphone with headphones is required.

No, we encourage you to utilize the free audio tour at playhousesquare.org/mummiestour.

Food and beverage are not permitted in the exhibit. Refreshments will be available for purchase in the Corner Gallery lobby before and after your visit.

Photo and video are permitted without the use of flash.

In order to encourage a respectful atmosphere, we ask that all mobile devices and tablets be put on silent mode.

Yes, we offer discounts for children, seniors, and students. 

This exhibition is located on one floor with no stairs. It is wheelchair accessible, and we provide accommodations for visitors with accessibility concerns. Information is presented both visually and through an audio tour.

Yes, there is a gift shop located near the exit where you can purchase souvenirs related to the exhibit.

Small bags and backpacks are allowed, but we ask that you refrain from bringing oversized bags to ensure a comfortable experience for all visitors.

Yes, a coat check is available for your convenience.

We do not offer refunds for ticket purchases, but you can reschedule your visit for a different date and time, subject to availability.

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Mummies of the World: The Exhibition