The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization Launches the Fourth Season of the “Tabliyet Masr” Initiative Highlighting Egypt’s Culinary Heritage

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization Launches the Fourth Season of the “Tabliyet Masr” Initiative Highlighting Egypt’s Culinary Heritage

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) in Al-Fustat has launched the fourth season of the Tabliyet Masr initiative under the theme “Reviving the Past… Documenting the Present for a sustainable Future,” in collaboration with SADKO.

The opening ceremony featured an art exhibition titled “Street Food as Creative Expression,” showcasing installations, cinematic scenes, and marionette show inspired by popular heritage and classic Egyptian cinema, offering an immersive experience that blends art with collective memory.

The activities of the copening ceremony conclude with a tasting experience of traditional Egyptian dishes, allowing visitors to engage with heritage in a lively, popular atmosphere that received strong public interaction, affirming the initiative’s role in preserving food heritage and raising cultural awareness among future generations.

The season’s program includes a range of activities, such as panel discussions on popular dishes across Egypt’s governorates, workshops dedicated to documenting culinary heritage, workshops on extracting natural dyes from food, as well as sessions designed for children and persons with disabilities to introduce them to traditional foods and the values of health and environmental awareness.

Cultural Entrepreneurship

As part of its cultural season and in line with its mission to enhance awareness of Egyptian heritage and highlight its artistic and cultural elements, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) organized a series of specialized workshops under the title “Cultural Entrepreneurship”, held from July 17 to August 7, under the supervision of training expert and heritage fashion designer Sheem El-Gabey.

This series of workshops aimed to shed light on Egyptian cultural elements and traditional crafts, and to reframe them in a contemporary style that preserves their authentic essence—helping transform them into entrepreneurial projects that reflect Egyptian identity.

The series began with the workshop “The Art of Designing and Shaping Heritage Fashion”, which explored the foundations of drawing inspiration from traditional clothing for contemporary designs. It was followed by the second workshop, “The First Steps Toward a Project that Preserves Our Cultural Heritage”. The third workshop, “Smart Marketing for Products that Revive Our Ancestors’ Heritage”, discussed the differences between traditional and modern marketing, while also presenting steps for building an effective marketing plan and innovative ideas for promoting heritage crafts and products.

Launch of the Training Program in Conservation and Restoration Sciences at NMEC

Launch of the Training Program in Conservation and Restoration Sciences at NMEC

The specialized training program in “Conservation and Restoration Sciences” has been launched by the Conservation and Restoration Center at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) in Fustat, with the participation of around 200 trainees and researchers from archaeology faculties across various specializations.

The program will continue at the rate of one day per week until September 29, with wide participation from specialists in restoration and archaeology, as well as university students and staff from the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities. The program is conducted under the supervision of a distinguished group of experts and qualified scientific professionals at NMEC.

The program also includes a series of theoretical lectures and diverse practical applications covering: examination and analysis of artifacts from the time of their arrival to the preparation of condition reports; applying first-aid measures before transferring objects to specialized laboratories; the latest methods of insect disinfection using anoxia technology; restoration of organic materials such as wood, manuscripts, papyrus, textiles, and baskets; handling mummies within the specialized restoration unit; restoration of inorganic materials such as metals, pottery, and siliceous materials; and the use of nanotechnology in stone conservation.

Closing of the 2025 Korean Culture Week at NMEC

Closing of the 2025 Korean Culture Week at NMEC

Under the theme “Modernizing Traditions”, the activities of the 2025 Korean Culture Week concluded at the NMEC in Fustat. The event was organized in cooperation with the Korean Cultural Center in Egypt, as part of strengthening cultural exchange between Egypt and South Korea.

This annual event provided a unique platform that brought together elements of Korean heritage and contemporary arts. This year’s edition aimed to highlight the beauty and diversity of Korean culture, blending authenticity and modernity, amidst the growing interest of the Egyptian public in Korean arts.

The Korean Week featured a variety of activities, including an opening ceremony with a performance by the “Sanggaro” band, which combined traditional Korean music with jazz, funk, and rock styles. The daily cultural program included an exhibition of the traditional costume Hanbok and workshops on related handicrafts. An exhibition of traditional musical instruments also gave visitors an interactive experience to learn about their different types. The events concluded with the Egyptian preliminary round of the World K-Pop Festival, giving Egyptian youth the chance to qualify for the final round in Changwon, South Korea.

*A Heritage Event Honoring Queen Shajar Al-Durr at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization*

Under the theme “Shajar Al-Durr: Stories from Our Heritage,” the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Fustat hosted a cultural, artistic, and educational event dedicated to Queen Shajar Al-Durr, one of the most prominent women in Egyptian history. The event was organized in collaboration with a select group of Egyptian institutions and artists, reflecting the museum’s educational and awareness-raising mission to revive Egypt’s rich heritage.

Dr. El-Tayeb Abbas, the museum’s Executive Director, emphasized that this event is part of the museum’s ongoing efforts to raise awareness of Egyptian history by shedding light on influential figures who have left a lasting mark on the country’s heritage. The event featured a diverse blend of activities, artistic exhibitions, and cultural programs, embodying the museum’s vision of presenting Egyptian heritage in innovative ways that merge art, culture, and history.

Egyptian Women: Empowerment and Inspiration Through the Ages A Series of Awareness Seminars to Combat Violence Against Women

Under the theme “Egyptian Women: Empowerment and Inspiration Through the Ages,”
NMEC organized a series of awareness seminars as part of its participation in the 16 Days
of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, held annually from November 25 to
.December 10
This initiative reflects the museum’s commitment to its educational and developmental role,
its continuous support for women’s issues, and its efforts to raise public awareness about
.women’s right to live in a safe and healthy society as a fundamental human right
Dr. Tayeb Abbas, Executive Director of NMEC emphasized that these seminars are part of
the museum’s efforts to enhance awareness of Egyptian women’s issues throughout history
and to highlight their pivotal role in building society. He noted that the museum, through its
.cultural heritage, aims to inspire women and strengthen their social standing