George H.W. Bush Memorial Exhibit

George H.W. Bush Memorial Exhibit

The History of Cremation

The funeral industry has a challenge on its hands: consumers are choosing cremation, but they know little about it.

THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES

Take a sentimental journey through displays honoring the famous and infamous.

CELEBRATING THE LIVES AND DEATHS OF THE POPES

Explore this Vatican-endorsed exhibit that gives a true sense of attending a Pope's funeral.

DAY OF THE DEAD / DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS

Learn about this colorful, religious celebration honoring the souls of the departed.

HISTORY OF EMBALMING

Learn how embalming rituals developed more than 5,000 years ago and its utter necessity during the Civil War.

19TH CENTURY MOURNING

Learn how social customs in the 1800s influenced public grieving practices, making mourning the dead a way of life.

PRESIDENTIAL FUNERALS

Explore this extensive display of artifacts from state funeral and burial services of some of America's presidents.

REFLECTIONS ON THE WALL

View photographs from the dedication of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, depicting a turning point for national reconciliation.

COFFINS AND CASKETS OF THE PAST

Peruse the Museum’s collection, including a casket decorated with money and one built for a family of three.

HISTORICAL HEARSES

View this rare collection ranging from elegant 19th-century carriages to hearses used in famous state funeral services.

A LIFE WELL LIVED: FANTASY COFFINS FROM GHANA

Marvel at the largest collection of elaborate Ghana coffin creations outside of West Africa.

JAPANESE FUNERALS

Learn about the extravagance of memorial ceremonies in Japan, which are among the most expensive funerals in the world.

9/11 AND FALLEN HEROES TRIBUTE

A memorial to the men and women lost in this terrible event and the first responders who risk their lives every day.

MARSELLUS CASKET COMPANY

View the history and fine craftsmanship of wood caskets by Marsellus Casket Co, founded in 1872.

JAZZ FUNERALS OF NEW ORLEANS

This exhibition will focus on the late 1800s through today, in New Orleans, Louisiana, on how a common way to bid farewell to a loved one.

HISTORY OF MOURNING PHOTOGRAPHY

The Most Famous Burial of All Time: The Shroud of Turin

The Most Famous Burial of All Time - Presenting a certified copy of the Shroud of Turin

Patent Models

The U.S. Patent Office has a long history. It was created Jan. 2, 1775, in Washington, D.C.