Walk like an Egyptian on over to the NC Museum of Art’s newest exhibit — Golden Mummies of Egypt — which opened Sat., Mar. 7. The highly-anticipated NCMA exhibition, on loan from the Manchester Museum in England, is its first appearance at an American art museum.
What can you expect during your visit?
The exhibit features eight gilded mummies + more than 100 Egyptian artifacts — including papyri, jewelry, ceramics + deities. Through touch screen interactive activities, a short film, and family exhibition guides, visitors will learn about Roman Egypt (circa 300 B.C.E.–200 C.E.) and their preservation of the deceased. The mummies and artifacts offer a glimpse into the way people lived, their beliefs, and the unique cultural traditions during this time.
The Ancient Egyptians believed in resurrection and everlasting life, which is why they preserved the deceased’s bodies through mummification — for use in the afterlife. Using digital interactive technology, visitors can also look underneath the wrappings and explore the gold coverings that won’t tarnish or decay.
The Golden Mummies of Egypt will be on display at the NCMA through July 11, 2021 and is located in the East Building on level B. Tickets are $23 for non-members and $11 for members. More information is available online.
Many local business are getting in the Egyptian mood as well and are featuring themed drinks + food to go along with the exhibit —
- Good Day Good Night: The Gold of Egypt cocktail is a blend of Remy Martin V, Taylor Falernum, salted caramel syrup, pineapple, and golden berries.
- Heirloom Brewshop: An Eternal Gold tea.
- Videri Chocolate Factory: A custom-packaged sea salt chocolate bar.
- Honeysuckle Lakewood: The Golden Goddess cocktail is created with bourbon and ginger liqueur — featuring a honey-gold rim.
- Honeysuckle Tea House: Egyptian Sunset tea is made with chamomile, lemon balm, fall gold ginkgo leaf, ginger root, and oat straw.
