Institute of Archaeology

The Institute of Archaeology, under the auspices of the School of Religion, is an academic unit that coordinates the archaeological programs of Southern Adventist University through an undergraduate academic degree, the Lynn H. Wood Archaeological Museum, the William G. Dever Research Library, and the Institute’s archaeological excavations and publications.

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Museum Hours

Monday - Thursday:   9:00am - 12:00pm, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Friday:   9:00am - 12:00pm

Saturday - Sunday:   2:00pm - 5:00pm

The Lynn H. Wood Archaeological Museum will close for the summer at 12 p.m. on Friday, April 27. The museum will reopen with regular hours on Monday, August 20. Special openings and tours may be available during the closure by calling 423.236.2030.