Secrets of the AfterlifeTemporary Exhibition | Updated 1 decade agoJourney into an ancient Egyptian world of magic, mummies and mystery in a unique exhibition from the British Museum. Discover the spells, rituals and obstacles on the quest to the perfect afterlife. Secrets of the Afterlife features over 100 objects, from tiny amulets to intricate coffins carrying carved or painted texts and spells for the dead, as well as jewellery, models and sculpture which reflect the quest for eternal life, as well as the rituals and obstacles that might be faced in pursuit of the perfect afterlife. More information
Ancient Egypt in the AfternoonPublic Lecture | Updated 1 decade agoTwo illustrated lectures by Dr Yann Tristant, Department of Ancient History, Macquarie University, Sydney Program 1.30 - 2.30 Adaima: A Predynastic children’s cemetery in Upper Egypt 2.30 – 3.00 Tea break (30 minutes) -provided 3.00 -4.00 The elite 1st dynasty cemetery of Abu RawashMore information
WAMCAES - An Afternoon of Ancient EgyptPublic Lecture | Updated 1 decade agoWAMCAES Lecture Series 2014 Two illustrated lectures by Heather Tunmore Western Australian Museum Honorary Associate Epigrapher: Michigan University Abydos Middle Cemetery project Program 1.00 - 2.00 Biodiversity for eternity 2.00 – 2.30 Tea break (15 minutes) -provided 2.30 -3.30 Sun, Sand, Mosquitoes and the Dead, revisited More information
Fantastic Pharaohs!Special Event | Updated 1 decade agoStep back in time to Ancient Egypt at the Western Australian Museum — Perth these July holidays! Discovery Centre and Hackett Hall Dates: 6 - 21 July Times: 9:30am – 4:30pm Ages: All ages Cost: Free - $4 Bookings: Bookings only required for groups 10+ on 9427 2836More information
School Holidays Fun: Magic, Mummies and ImmortalitySpecial Event | Updated 1 decade agoUnearth the mysteries and secrets of ancient Egypt these school holidays! There’s plenty to do, with mysterious tombs to explore, intriguing codes to decipher, and amazing archaeological antics to join! Note: these activities are occuring at Albany, to view Perth school holiday events, please visit the Fantastic Pharoahs! listing.More information
WAMCAES Double Lecture - Dr Marc Gabolde & Dr Luc GaboldePublic Lecture | Updated 1 decade agoWestern Australian Museum and the Western Australian Museum Centre for Ancient Egyptian Studies (WAMCAES) present a double lecture event The genesis of a temple, the birth of a god: The origins of Karnak and the rise of Amun Dr Luc Gabolde Senior Research Fellow, National Scientific Research Centre (CNRS), Montpellier (France) 2.30pm, Saturday 3 August 2013 State Library Theatre, State Library of Western Australia (entrance via Francis St)More information
20 May 2013Perth uncovers exclusive Secrets of the Afterlife Ancient Egyptian exhibition opens at the WA Museum - Perth tomorrow Artefacts include mummies, intricately decorated coffins and ancient spells Major international coup from the British Museum exclusive to PerthRead more News Niki Comparti
The Horizon of Eternity: living and dying in ancient EgyptPublic Lecture | Updated 1 decade agoWestern Australian Museum in association with The British Museum presents The horizon of eternity: living and dying in ancient Egypt John Taylor Exhibition Curator - Secrets of the Afterlife; Assistant Keeper, Department of Ancient Egypt and Sudan, The British Museum 6.00pm, Sunday 19 May 2013 State Library Theatre, State Library of Western Australia (entrance via Francis St)More information
The Town in Ancient EgyptSpecial Event | Updated 1 decade agoDr Ian Shaw, Senior Lecturer in Egyptian Archaeology, University of Liverpool; and Dr Cornelius von Pilgrim, Director of the Swiss Institute of Architectural & Archaeological Research on Ancient Egypt in Cairo A day of illustrated lectures by leading international scholars, revealing daily life and living places of the ancient Egyptians. This event is presented by the Western Australian Museum Centre for Ancient Egyptian Studies (WAMCAES) as part of the centre’s 2012 lecture program.More information
Field seasons in Egypt 2011-2012Special Event | Updated 1 decade agoWestern Australian Museum Centre for Ancient Egyptian Studies (WAMCAES) Lecture Series 2012 Field seasons in Egypt 2011-2012 - an illustrated lecture by Heather Tunmore. Lecture 2.00pm - 3.00pm, refreshments 3.00pm - 3.30pm.More information