Egyptology Week

November 2022 marked 100 years since British archaeologist Howard Carter unearthed King Tutankhamun’s tomb. In the years since that legendary find, the tombs of these ancient rulers continue to provide surprising insights into life and death in ancient Egypt.

Visit The Discovery during this unique themed week to explore the captivating aspects of Egyptology through a variety of hands-on activities. Create a pharaoh’s crown in The Shop, explore the science of mummification in Spark!Lab Smithsonian, learn to read and write hieroglyphics, and much more!