Mummies and More: Discovering Ancient Egypt
Step
into a time when papyrus grew along the Nile River and pyramids dotted
the horizon. This vividly illustrated and engaging four part online
presentation by "Museums With Marisa” introduces the art and archaeology
of Ancient Egypt. Explore the interior of the pyramids while
discovering the science of mummification, decipher hieroglyphics, learn
the secrets of King Tut, and much more! Part of a series of
presentations on Ancient Egypt and Ancient Rome, all programs only
require a curious mind and an interest in life in ancient times.
Presenter's Bio
Marisa
Horowitz-Jaffe has been studying, teaching and living ancient history
for over 25 years. Her background includes double Bachelors degrees in
Roman Archaeology and Egyptology from The University of Michigan, and a
Master’s degree from Harvard University in Art and Museum Education. She
spent two decades working in elite NYC art museum education
departments, and now enjoys bringing her own artifacts and mobile
museum to present enrichment programs in schools, libraries and
community groups. Currently, she is teaching a variety of online virtual
lecture series and virtual museum tours through Outschool.com,
Scarsdale Adult School, and through MWM. She also offers private VIP
tours at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. For more information, please
visit www.MuseumsWithMarisa.
ADULT PROGRAM. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR EACH SESSION INDIVIDUALLY. YOU MUST INCLUDE A VALID EMAIL ADDRESS AS THIS PROGRAM WILL RUN VIRTUALLY THROUGH ZOOM- A LINK WILL BE SENT TO YOU A FEW DAYS PRIOR TO THE PROGRAM.