Art for Families: Ballgame Headdress
Maya, Late Classic Period, Campeche, Mexico, Ballplayer, 600–800 CE. Princeton University Art Museum. Museum purchase, Fowler McCormick, Class of 1921, Fund, in honor of Gillett G. Griffin on his seventieth birthday
Saturdays are for young makers in the Creativity Labs!
The people of ancient Mesoamerica played a team sport called the ballgame. Ballplayers wore special protective gear and possibly accessories that represented a specific team, just like sports teams today. Explore the ballplayer’s uniform and create your own ballgame headdress. We provide the materials, you bring the creativity!
Visit us any time between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. to explore a work of art, play with different materials, and exercise your imagination. No tickets or registration required—just drop in as your schedule allows! All ages are welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult.
