Night at the Museums
Friday, March 22, 2024
This annual event, a collaboration between all of BYU's museums, encourages participants to visit each museum in one night and solve a riddle pertaining to something on display in their exhibits. Earn a sticker for every correct answer, and show all 5 to claim a prize at the end. Free admission.
In addition to looking through our exhibit hall, make sure you visit the back to learn more about our collections, technology, and to see what research projects are happening at the MPC this year!
Night at the Museums 2023, student research
Utah Valley Lecture Series: A Mug, Maize, and a Mystery with Scott Ure
Tuesday, April 9th at 7:00 PM
Join us for an exciting evening of discovery as anthropology professor Scott Ure takes us on a journey through the fascinating world of ancient artifacts and archaeological mysteries. This in-person event will be held at The Museum of Peoples and Cultures on Tuesday, April 9th at 7:00 PM MDT. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to hear all about the discoveries being unearthed right here in Utah Valley! Admission is free.
Dia de los Muertos Celebration
Friday, November 1, 2024
Our annual Dia de los Muertos celebration will be held at the museum from 7-9pm on November 1st, with early access for families at 6pm. Come enjoy performances by BYU's Mariachi Los Pumas, have your face painted by the talented Theatre & Media Arts Department, make colorful flower crowns, decorate a family picture frame, learn about the significance of ofrendas, and more! Admission is free.
Read this article to see what a past celebration was like!
Face painting at the 2022 celebration
Children's Programs and Events
Fall/Spring Break Make 'n' Take
Kick off your break by coming to the museum for a morning of kid-friendly crafts and activities. Each station is themed around our exhibits and provides an educational and creative hands-on experience. This "open house style" event is held twice each year, once during Provo School District's Fall Break and once during Spring Break, with elementary (K-6) grades in mind.
Dates to be announced
Other Upcoming Events
Check back often for more events happening this school year! We are developing another Museum Escape Room, planning our annual Night at the Museums event, and selecting fun themes for our Mornings at the Museum children's program. We are also working to bring back Cultural Nights as a student FHE-group favorite. Follow us on Instagram to easily receive updates. @byumpc