UMAC Worldwide Database of University Museums & Collections

Address:
University of Jordan, Faculty of Humanities and Social Science, Department of Archaeology

Contact:
Prof. Dr. Sabri K. Abbadi (Chair of the Department)
lakhalil@ju.edu.jo

Links:
Folklore Museum
University of Jordan

Description:
The Museum was established in 1980, with the objective of preserving Jordan's folkloric heritage. It houses items representing the evolution of life in Jordan during different periods and illustrates the life style of the Jordanian communities in the villages and the Badia before the spread of western patterns of life in the region. At the same time, the acquisitions reveal the individual's ability to face natural challenges and are arranged according to function. On permanent display at the Museum are agricultural instruments, domestic tools, weaponry, costumes, clothing, ornaments, farming and folklore medicine.

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