Ancient History - A Museum Expansion mod

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,209 endorsements) 📥 54,103 downloads 📌 v2.4.3 📅 5/10/2020
⚪ Last updated 2023

By andril11 and Obamoose and a lot of people · New Characters

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 3/21/2023 📅 Created: 5/10/2020
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🛠️ SMAPI — Stardew Modding API Download ↗
2🛠️ Content Patcher — Content Patcher (framework) Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #55 of 83 New Characters mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Welcome to Mortimer's Ancient History Nexus Page!

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THIS MOD IS CURRENTLY UNDER RECONSTRUCTION!

IT WON'T BE UPDATED, SINCE I'M WORKING ON REDO IT FROM SCRATCH.

THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT FROM EVERYONE! LOVE YOU GUYS!

IF NEED MORE INFO, CALL ME ON DISCORD:

mortimer_cookies (formerly Mortimer#3265)

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This museum expansion adds a lot of lore involving the museum. Will you be able to discover Stardew Valley's ancient secrets?

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    SMAPI  

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    Content Patcher

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    TMXLoader

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    Shop Tile Framework

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    Anti-Social NPCs

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    Custom Npc Exclusions

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    Install the latest version of SMAPI, CP, TMXL Map toolkit, ShopTileFramework, Anti-Social Npcs, Event Repeater, and then drop into your mods folder.

    QuestFramework is optional.

    To uninstall, just remove the  Museum Expansion folder and it's done!

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    First, load the game with the mod once to create the config.json file.

    Then you can edit it with some text editor. We have 3 options for Charlie Portraits, there are:

    "Original, FellowOriginal, FellowEdited"

    All of these two were made by FellowClown!

    And we have an alternative Randy and Charlie made by KAYA !!

    The site is in Korean, but a Google Translate does the work.

    Download it here:

    Charlie Anime Portraits

    Cute Randy Portraits

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    Charlie:

    Events:

    2 heart event: Enter the Archaeology House between 8 and 11 am and have at least 2000g on your wallet

    4 heart event: Receive the Charlie letter about the closed part of the museum, and enter in the door outside

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Ancient History is a museum lore expansion mod for Skyrim that adds new NPCs and shops to the museum. With over 1,200 endorsements and 54,000 downloads, it's a community favorite for players seeking more depth in that location. Last updated in March 2023, it remains a solid choice for lore enthusiasts.

✨ Key Features

Adds new NPCs to the museum area
Introduces new shops to the museum
Expands the museum's lore with additional content
Part of an ongoing expansion with more content planned
High community endorsement (1,209 endorsements)

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 1,209 endorsements and 54,000 downloads — clearly a mod people enjoy
  • Adds meaningful content to a specific location, giving museum-goers more to do and see
  • Active development as of March 2023, with promises of more content to come

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated over a year ago — may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim version or other mods
  • Requires a lot of people credited, which might mean multiple dependencies or patches needed
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who love lore-rich expansions and want to breathe new life into the museum. If you're a completionist who explores every nook and cranny, this mod adds fresh content to a often-overlooked area. Skip if you prefer gameplay overhauls or don't care about museum lore.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 5 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Check the mod's page for any required patches or dependencies before installing, as the description mentions multiple contributors.
  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to keep track of this mod and avoid conflicts with other location overhauls.
  • If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, ensure you download the correct version for your game.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Stardew Valley Mods
Author
andril11 and Obamoose and a lot of people
Version
2.4.3
Downloads
54,103
Endorsements
1,209
Category
New Characters
Created
5/10/2020
Updated
3/21/2023

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