Educator Resources: Hall of Mexico and Central America

Part of Hall of Mexico and Central America.

An elaborately carved figure of a human, from the Museum's Hall of Mexico and Central America.
The Hall of Mexico and Central America displays an outstanding collection of Precolumbian objects. Careful observation of each object provides clues about political and religious symbols, social and cultural traits, and artistic styles characteristic of each cultural group. This comprehensive guide will help you explore the exhibition with your students.

Educator's Guide

Cover of Teacher's Guide to The Hall of Mexico and Central America featuring a sculpture of a Maya seated dignitary with an elaborate headdress.

Hall of Mexico and Central America Educator's Guide

Get an advance look at the exhibition's major themes and what your class will encounter. This fifteen-page guide for K-12 educators includes a Map of the Exhibition, Essential Questions (important background content), Teaching in the Exhibition (self-guided explorations), Come Prepared Checklist, Correlation to Standards, and Glossary.

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Hall of Mexico and Central America Student Field Journal
La Sala de México y Centro América Guía para Educadores
La Sala de México y Centro América Guía de Campo del Estudiante

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