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Kongo Exhibition Blog The Loango Archaeological Project (1987–93)

Posted on Friday, December 4, 2015, by James Denbow

James Denbow, professor of archaeology at the University of Texas at Austin, discusses his archaeological work in the region of the historic kingdoms of Kongo and Loango, including the excavation of several artifacts now on view in Kongo: Power and Majesty.

Now at the Met Event Highlights: December 4–6

Posted on Thursday, December 3, 2015

The Museum offers hundreds of events and programs each month—including lectures, performances, tours, family activities, and more. The following listings are just a sample of our upcoming programs.

Now at the Met The Art of Display: Mounting Arms and Armor in The Royal Hunt

Posted on Wednesday, December 2, 2015, by Sean Patrick Belair

Annette de la Renta Fellow Sean Patrick Belair discusses the process of constructing display mounts for the exhibition The Royal Hunt: Courtly Pursuits in Indian Art.