[Aztlan] THE AZTEC WORLD AT THE FIELD MUSEUM OF CHICAGO

[michael ruggeri]

FIELD MUSEUM OF CHICAGO

The Aztec World
October 31, 2008—April 19, 2009


Explore the grandeur and complexity of one of the world's great  
civilizations. Within the span of 200 years, the Aztecs went from a  
nomadic group to one of the most powerful and influential societies  
ever, leaving behind a legacy that lives on today. Now, find out how  
an empire that began in the middle of a lake went on to become the  
center of the world. With hundreds of spectacular artifacts and works  
of art, assembled together for the first time, you can journey into  
the everyday lives of an ancient culture. Examine the deities,  
temples and sacrificial altars of Aztec religion. Explore the  
training, weapons and celebrations of Aztec warriors. Discover the  
privilege, possessions and treasures of Aztec rulers. And trace the  
remarkable rise and fall of The Aztec World exclusively at The Field  
Museum.

http://www.fieldmuseum.org/exhibits/aztecs_tempexhib.htm