discover the dead sea scrolls at the science museum of minnesota!

The Dead Sea Scrolls are widely considered one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of our time. A priceless collection of 2,000-year-old documents that shed light onto a little-known period in religious history, the scrolls are some of the oldest surviving written documents in human history. Containing original texts from the Bible as well as writings that tell us about the laws and society of Jewish culture, the scrolls were discovered in a cave along the northwestern shore of the Dead Sea in 1947. Since then, they have prompted rigorous scholarly debate as to who their authors may have been, and they've given us a rare glimpse into what life was like around the time of Christ.

Don't miss your chance to experience this moving, engaging exhibition-one you'll always remember. And as a part of your visit, you'll also see the newest handwritten Bible-The Saint John's Bible-on display in the final gallery, and learn about a tradition that continues to the present day. Open through October 24, 2010.

Register to win tickets to the Dead Sea Scroll exhibit at participating Galleria Merchants.  For more information, please contact Galleria Guest Services at 952-925-4321. 

bring an extra suitcase
Rejuvenate your mind, body and wardrobe.  Stay at Westin while discovering the Dead Sea Scroll exhibit at the Science Museum of Minnesota and experience a new look, both inside and out. Arrive any Friday or Saturday, now through December 31, 2010 and enjoy:

• Complimentary $50 Galleria gift card
• Rates starting from $149 per night

Book online, or call 866- 716-8104 and mention rate plan name SHOPPKG.

Arrive any Sunday through Thursday, now through September 2, 2010 and enjoy:

• Complimentary $50 Galleria gift card
• Rates starting from $219 per night

Book online, or call 866- 716-8104 and mention rate plan name SHOPPKG2.