Bringing the ancient Near East to American soil Contact Advisory Board
Ca. 4500 BC – 600 AD

Where the land of the Bible comes to life

A national public museum dedicated to the study and exhibition of the ancient texts and archaeological artifacts of the Biblical Near East — assembled by many of the world's leading scholars and archaeologists.

The Madaba Mosaic Map
The Madaba Mosaic — the oldest known map of the Holy Land
5,000Years of History
40+Scholars & Advisors
1Of Its Kind in America
Stories to Discover
Welcome

A universal center for cultural and educational discovery

The Museum of Biblical Archaeology will be a national public venue, dedicated to the study and exhibition of ancient historical texts and archaeological artifacts of the Biblical Ancient Near East.

The Experience

Interactive. Educational. Unforgettable.

Galleries, reconstructions, and world-class artifacts woven together to bring life and historical context to the great Biblical stories, personalities, and places.

Ancient manuscript
The Collection

Artifacts & Texts

Pottery, coins, jewelry, manuscripts, idols, and weapons spanning every relevant Biblical era — from the dawn of recorded history to the early Christian age.

Reconstructed structures
The Museum

Lifesize Reconstruction

Full-size period dwellings, an ancient synagogue, an olive oil press, and a Galilean fishing boat — a virtual walk through time, presented in true scope.

Traveling exhibition mosaic
Traveling Exhibitions

World-Class Loans

Thanks to the standing of our Advisory Board, the museum will host some of the world's most exciting mobile exhibitions and monumental replicas.

Archaeological excavation
Our Mission
Bring to Life

The Holy Land — without leaving American soil

The Museum of Biblical Archaeology will enable tens of thousands of annual visitors each year to experience the wonders of the ancient Near East. It will serve as a research center for scholars, an educational facility for students, and an engaging learning experience for children and families alike.

Join the Endeavor

Help build the only museum of its kind in America

The museum will promote peace and unity by bringing together divergent peoples of the world seeking to understand and embrace the cultural heritage of the Middle East. Your support brings that vision closer.