The mysteries of and the fascination with Ancient Egypt will once again be explored at Bolton Museum, an internationally renowned centre in discovering the secrets of that era.
The museum has put on another Egypt Summer Study Day, after the last one sold out in just two weeks.
The sold out event will be held on Saturday, September 13, from 10.30am to 7pm, and due to high demand, the museum will now run the day a second time on Saturday, September 20.
Tickets can be booked in-person via the museum shop or online through Eventbrite.
Entitled “Ancient Egypt’s Art and Artists,” the study day explores ancient Egyptian artwork, the individuals who created it, and those who copied it and will feature a hands-on, interactive programme, including a morning lecture, three practical workshops, an optional exhibition tour, and a film screening.
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(Image: Pete Spencer, Study Day attendees get up close with Queen Nefertiti, Summer 202) Sessions will delve into how and why ancient scenes were produced, decoding the images, materials, and inscriptions used – both in antiquity and by archaeological artists.
The unique blend of workshops offers attendees the opportunity to get up close and gain first-hand insight into ancient craftsmanship.
The day will conclude with after-hours refreshments, wine, nibbles, and casual conversation with experts in Bolton’s renowned Egyptology galleries.
(Image: Pete Spencer) For those not attending the full day, the morning lecture is open as a standalone experience: “Creating and Copying: From Kha to Carter” delivered by internationally acclaimed Egyptologist and star of the BBC’s Immortal Egypt documentary series Prof Joann Fletcher, who will spotlight spectacular ancient wall scenes and the practices behind their creation.
The study day complements Bolton Museum’s temporary exhibition “In the Temple of the Female Pharaoh: Howard Carter and Hatshepsut,” running until the end of 2025.
The exhibit features a watercolour painting by Egyptologist Howard Carter, the discoverer of Tutankhamun.
Howard Carter painted it at the age of 19 in March 1894 when he worked as a ‘tracer’ – an artist that recorded wall scenes for archaeologists – nearly 30 years before he found the tomb of Tutankhamun.
The watercolour painting consists of a scene from the Chapel of Thutmose I, in the temple of female pharaoh Hatshepsut and is on loan from the Egypt Exploration Society in London.
This is the first time the painting has been on display in the North of England.
Cllr Nadeem Ayub, Bolton Council’s executive cabinet member for culture, said: “Bolton’s Egyptology collection continues to amaze and inspire, and it’s great to see how popular the Egypt Study Days have been, with many selling out so quickly – which just goes to show, there’s a real appetite for hands-on learning.
“These immersive study days give residents and visitors the chance to experience world-class ancient history right here in our town, and we’re proud to see Bolton Museum leading the way with such innovative, educational events.”
Prof Joann Fletcher, internationally renowned Egyptologist, said: “It’s amazing to be part of these wonderful events, sharing our passion for all-things Egypt with so many people showing enthusiasm.
“Getting hands-on with ancient artefacts from Bolton’s world-class collection is a gift, and it’s why so many are travelling down to not miss out.
“We always look forward to working with Bolton Museum on these special event days, getting to meet the community and provide valuable learning experiences.”