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    The Minister of Tourism and Antiquities chairs the meeting of the Board of Directors of the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

    The renowned Egyptian musician Omar Khairat awes the audience at NMEC’s Grand Theater

    NMEC received world-wide Hollywood blockbuster movie producer Mario Kassar and World traveler and adventurer Ahmed Haggagovic, where they were welcomed by Dr. Ahmed Ghoneim, Managing Executive Director of NMEC

    NMEC continues to receive a number of international dignitaries, government officials and public figures from Egypt and the world since its grand opening in April 2021

    NMEC received His Excellency Gabriel Mbaga Obiang Lima, Minister of Minesand Hydrocarbons, Republic of Equatorial Guinea and his accompanied delegation

    NMEC received a high-level delegation from the United Arab Emirates’ Federal National Council, FNC

    On Friday and Saturday, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Fustat reported record attendance of 12,000 visitors

    The Secretary-General of OPEC visits the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Fustat

    Today marks the launching the of the first day of NMEC’s first scientific forum organized by the Conservation and Restoration Center of Antiquities

    A Spanish school gifts the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization with 40 paintings by its students about famous Egyptian tourist and archaeological destinations

    NMEC organized a scientific lecture delivered by the distinguished Egyptologist and AUC Professor of Egyptology; Dr. Salima Ikram, titled; “Egypt’s Royal Mummies: From Discovery To Display”

    NMEC organized a training program titled; “Customer Service and Anger Management

    The former president of Yemen Ali Nasir Muhammad visits NMEC

    The Board of Directors of the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization met yesterday under the chairmanship of Dr Khaled El-Enany, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities

    NMEC continues to receive a number of international dignitaries, government officials and public figures from Egypt and the world since its grand opening in April 2021

    NMEC organized a live workshop on the Art of Sculpting

    International Winter School in Conservation Science – NMEC 2022

    NMEC welcomed earlier today Algeria’s Minister of Culture and Arts

    NMEC announces the release of an updated version of the museum’s Mobile Application; “NMEC”.

    NMEC organized a live workshop on Appliqué and the Art of Patchwork, in collaboration with Egyptian Clothing Bank and ALMAH project.

    Tempera Painting

    The World Art Forum (WAF)

    NMEC organised under the mentorship of Dr. Ahmed Ghoneim, Managing Executive Director of NMEC, and in cooperation with the Information Technology Department and the Museum’s Educational Department, a training course titled “STEAM for Historical, Cultural and Mathematical Architecture Using GeoGebra”

    NMEC hosted a live performance for the London based Egyptian jazz vocalist and founder of the Egyptian Jazz Projekt; Ahmed Harfoush and his band

    NMEC announces the release of a Mobile Application for the museum , in cooperation with IPMagiX

    NMEC organized a live workshop on “String Art”, a widely-practiced and celebrated form of art.

    NMEC received a delegation from the Faculty of Economics and Political Science at Cairo University

    the renowned Maestro Nader Abbassi, where he articulated his insights on “Reviving Musical Heritage”.

    NMEC in Fustat organized an intellectual and artistic evening, as part of the cultural program organized by the museum, taking into consideration all precautionary measurements and safety protocols

    NMEC welcomed two high-level delegations from Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates

    NMEC received delegations from more than 42 countries

    NMEC organized for the general public a live workshop on the “Art of Tally”, one of Egypt’s most authentic craft and method of embroidery

    NMEC in Fustat received the family of the international Lebanese designer Elie Saab

    On the occasion of International Children’s day

    NMEC in Fustat received the Italian Ambassador in Cairo, His Excellency; Michele Quaroni, accompanied by the the Cultural Counselor of the State of Italy in Egypt and the Director of the Italian Cultural Institute; Professor Davide Scalmani, and Dr. Josephina Caprito, the Director of the Italian Archaeological Institute.

    A series of workshops on “Queen Tiye’s Secret” conducted at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.

    A live workshop on the Traditional Art of Sinai’s Embroidery, at The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

    The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Fustat welcomes a delegation of ambassadors of Latin American countries in Cairo.

    NMEC organizes a cultural program for the visually impaired people of determination on the occasion of White Cane Safety Day.

    A live workshop conducted at NMEC on the Art of Diorama.

    NMEC & Dr. Ahmed Ghoneim had the pleasure to host a book talk, and Q&A session with Egyptologist & Author; Dr. Bob Brier, to discuss his most recent book; “The Luxor Obelisk and Its Voyage to Paris”.

    President of the National Assembly of the Republic of South Korea Byung-Seok Park and his accompanying delegation visited the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, on the sidelines of his official visit to Egypt.

    NMEC Summer School concludes its training program

    A live workshop on the Art of “Wicker and Palm Leaves Weaving”

    Members of the Egyptian-Russian Youth Forum visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

    NMEC received a delegation of high-level members of the Arab Parliamen

    A ٍٍSeminar event for author and photographer; Galal el Missary

    Nesma Abd El Aziz performs NMEC’s Roman Theatre

    NMEC organized on Saturday, September 25th, 2021, a live workshop for the general public, in partnership with @القلم – Al Qalam School, on the Art of Arabic Calligraphy

    NMEC has received Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General (DG) of the Islamic World Educational, Scientificand Cultural Organization (ICESCO)

    the NMEC’s Conservation Center organized a training session for the NMEC’s archaeologists and archaeological trustees

    The NMEC has organized a training session on the development of communication skills with the public

    the Egyptian-Spanish archaeological Mission

    Woodcarving

    The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization continues its training program (NMEC Summer School) for students of all departments of faculties of Archaeology

    Takfit or Niello is a clear evidence of Egyptians’ ability to stand the test of time and well-preserve such forms of tangible heritage.

    The NMEC has received Mrs. Khalida Bouzar, UN Assistant Secretary General, UNDP Assistant Administrator & Regional Director for the Arab States.

    NMEC Summer School

    The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization exhibits a selected number of accessioned objects that document the earth-shattering event of “Pharaohs’ Golden Parade”

    NMEC Summer School

    The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Fustat has welcomed a delegation of Arab bloggers and social media influencers

    The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization has received earlier today a media delegation from Russia

    Issuance of a commemorative coin to commemorate the transfer of the royal mummies to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

    The NMEC receives the tourists of the first charter flights from Spain to Luxor after the resumption of the tourism movement to Egypt.

    Over the weekend, the NMEC has welcomed hundreds of thousands of local and international visitors of all age groups and backgrounds

    Earlier today, The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization has received Burundi’s Ambassador to Egypt, His Excellency; Cheikh Malachie Rachid Niragira and the Burundian Minister of Water, Energy and Minerals, His Excellency; Ibrahim Uwizeye along with their delegations.

    The Ambassadors of South Africa and Uruguay visit the Museum of Civilization and are fascinated by its Archaeological treasures and Royal mummies

    The Pharaonic Harp goddess awes the NMEC Audience

    Under the title “El Lela El Kebira”, NMEC organised a puppet show in the large indoor theatre.

    Group Photo

    “Being Free” officially kickstarts the Museum’s arts and culture program

    لأول مرة.. تعيين نائبين للرئيس التنفيذي لهيئة المتحف القومي للحضارة المصرية

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