GENGHIS KHAN

BRING THE LEGEND TO LIFE

Highlights

Pricing

Daytime 9:30 am–5:00 pm
*General admission is included
Adult  $29.95
Child (3–11)  $24.95
Member Adult  $9.95
Member Child  $7.95

Evening 5:00 pm–9:00pm
Adult  $19.95
Child (3–11)  $14.95
Member Adult  $9.95
Member Child $7.95
Last ticket sold at 7:30pm. Exhibit closes at 9:00pm.

Limited Engagement
May 9, 2015–January 3, 2016

Genghis Khan: Bring the Legend to Life will be closing early on June 2nd. Last ticket will be sold at 4:30pm and the museum will close at 5:00pm.

Uncover the amazing story of one of the world’s greatest leaders and most misunderstood conquerors, Genghis Khan. Learn how his empire forever changed the face of the world, and discover his legacy as both a ruthless warrior and a revered statesman. Experience the exotic atmosphere of ancient Mongolia, entering the tents, battlegrounds, and marketplaces of a vanished world. Examine the saddles and armor used by the Mongol Warriors and see different styles of bows and arrows, including flaming arrows used to spread fire on the battlefield. See hundreds of historical treasures including weapons, jewels, monuments, and documents up to 1,000 years old!

Mongolian Armored Horse and Warrior

The Mongolian warriors of Genghis Khan were highly skilled horsemen and essential to the growth of his empire. Examine the saddles and armor used by the Mongol Warriors and learn about the rise of the Mongols and one of their most valuable military assets: the cavalry.
Crossbow

The Mongols used siege weaponry in their efforts to capture great walled cities, like this 12-foot crossbow on display in the exhibit.
1259 Map and Trebuchet copy

Genghis Khan’s quest for power was limitless—the exhibit makes use of an interactive map to illustrate the growth and extent of his empire. Trebuchets, much like catapults, were often used throughout his dominant journey.
Mural

Although no official portrait was created in Genghis Khan’s lifetime, several works of art were created after his death. In the exhibit, you will find some of these works, such as this mural of Genghis Khan with his loyal officers.
Genghis Khan: Bring the Legend to Life

The exhibition features more than 200 stunning artifacts; most never-before-seen and recently gathered from private collectors in Mongolia, Azerbaijan, and the United States. Jewels, silk robes, ceramics, religious relics and weaponry, including one of the world’s earliest guns, and a sword carried by one of Marco Polo’s guards.
The Grasslands

Learn about the early life of Genghis Khan. Even as a child, he had to be a leader within his family, defending his mother and siblings after his father's premature death. Tour a real Ger, the traditional home of nomadic Mongolians even through present time.