We have many exciting programs coming up at the museum and planetarium.
Back to School Night
Junior Archaeologist Program
Explore Egyptology Facebook Discussion Group
Join us Thursday, September 30, 2010 from 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. for a special after-hours exploration of our galleries for teachers. Take advantage of this opportunity to get up-close and behind-the-scenes without the crowds! Our talks and tours this evening will provide a preview of the information that will be taught to your students during their museum Expeditions (school group tours).
Attendees will have the opportunity to book Expeditions that evening as well as having their questions answered by our School Expedition Coordinator. Teachers that book a tour that evening will receive a complimentary museum membership for one year! Light refreshments will be provided.
This event is free for all classroom teachers and homeschool educators, plus one guest per teacher.
For more information or to RSVP, please contact us at expeditions@egyptianmuseum.org
Calling all adventurers! The Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum presents its Junior Archaeologist training program for young adventurers ages 5 to 17. This program includes behind the scenes training, hands-on learning opportunities, and the most fun graduation ceremony this side of the Nile!
The Junior Archaeologist program is free with any Friend of the Museum Family Membership (how do I become a member?).
Join us on Friday Nights to see how history really “comes alive” at the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum. Enjoy browsing through our outstanding museum collection or participate in the variety of special activities offered during our extended hours from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Each Friday Night will focus on a particular theme with activities ranging from arts and crafts, interactive workshops, Evening Lectures, special gallery talks, and guided tours.
Explore the fascinating world of Egyptology through our Friday Evening Lectures Series! On-site lectures will now be held monthly at the museum, exploring in depth the various facets of ancient Egyptian history and culture. Discussions after each lecture provide participants with the opportunity to discuss these topics with the museum staff. All evening lectures are scheduled from 6:30 P.M to 7:30 P.M in the museum's Lecture Gallery.
Gnositc Imagery: September 18, 2010
This lecture will endeavor to provide suggestions for the possible identification of "Gnostic" material culture, while taking on the question of why there are very few legitimately recognized artifacts from an early Christian period religious movement termed "Gnosticism" by later scholars. The ancient and modern definitions of "Gnosis," "Gnostic," and "Gnosticism" are discussed, along with images illustrating possible Gnostic iconography.
A special session of Egyptian-themed art classes is being offered by artist Jeff Bramschreiber. Through these classes participants will learn about the various art forms of ancient Egypt, and re-create them using a variety of media. For more information on how to enroll please contact our programs department at programs@egyptianmuseum.org, or call 408-947-3665.
Tomb Treasures Part I: September 12, 2010
Using the treasures of Tutankhamun's tomb as inspiration, participants will create sculptures in polymer clay.
Tomb Treasures Part II: October 3, 2010
In the second part of this class, students will return with their fired sculptures, gild them with metal leaf, and us an antiquing medium to make them look like ancient artifacts.
This exhibit is a continuation of Maria Butina's prior exhibit, entitled Vibrations (2007). She invites you through her artwork to take a journey where one can embark upon a visual Experience of the Source-the Divine in Self. Maria Butina has exhibited internationally, including Prague, Split, San Jose and Anaheim. She lives and works in Mountain View, California.
Our planetarium show presents Dr. Davis Ulansey’s theory of the mysteries concealed in Mithraic temple carvings that could reveal the central secret of the cult: a secret consisting of an ancient vision of the ultimate nature of the universe. Shows are being presented Monday through Sunday at 2 pm with additional shows on Saturday and Sunday at 3:30 pm. Admission is complimentary, and tickets may be picked up at the admissions desk of the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum. Show running time: 35 minutes.
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The Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum invites you to join the Explore Egyptology discussion group on Facebook! Join the museum staff as we explore the amazing culture of ancient Egypt through online lectures, text chats and discussions. For more information, please visit our Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/Rosicrucian.Egyptian.Museum.
