This small museum is packed with ethnographic artifacts from around the world (mainly Africa, the Middle East and the Americas), and is open to self-guided tours, but you should call in advance to make sure they're open. It's small, but the collection is rich and fascinating.
Matson Museum of Anthropology
Pennsylvania
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