The Life of Meresamun: A Temple Singer in Ancient Egypt - Oriental Institute at the University of Chicago - Chicago, IL Events | Metromix Chicago

The Life of Meresamun: A Temple Singer in Ancient Egypt

When:
Wednesdays : 10 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. (ends December 6)
Sundays : 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. (ends December 6)
Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays : 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (ends December 6)
Price:
$4-$7 suggested donation
Event Phone Number:
773-702-9514

Oriental Institute at the University of Chicago
Neighborhood: Hyde Park/University Of Chicago
1155 E. 58th St.

Chicago, IL 60637
773-702-9520
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View the decorated coffin containing a priestess-musician who lived in southern Egypt more than 1,000 years ago. Learn about her way of life though CT scans, digital recreations, musical instruments, documents, jewelry, pottery and more.


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