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Soul and Love exhibition: A journey into Coptic heritage at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) in Fustat has unveiled Soul and Love, a poignant temporary exhibition within the Egyptian Textiles Hall. Curated in collaboration with the Coptic Museum in Cairo, this two-month showcase celebrates the Christmas season and the dawn of the New Year, weaving together threads of art, faith, and history. The identity …

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Egypt Independent December 26, 2025

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization to launch audio guide service at Royal Mummies Hall

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Fustat on Wednesday will launch an audio guide service inside the Royal Mummies Hall, in which the presence of tour guides is prohibited. The service provides a comprehensive historical explanation via headphones to visitors in Arabic and English. It will be provided to visitors for a fee in …

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Egypt Independent July 8, 2024

NMEC approves proposal for new hall on ancient Egyptian mummies

The Board of Directors of the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization approved a proposal to establish a new hall in the museum, specializing in the art of mummification in ancient Egypt. This comes to expand the museum’s exhibition scenario, and highlight the great historical and archaeological value that mummies provide. The board meeting in late …

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Egypt Independent June 3, 2024