Lunchtime Talks at Kendal Museum: Egyptology in Kendal

Join Janet McWilliam of Carlisle & District Egyptology Society for a captivating journey into Kendal Museum’s collection of Ancient Egyptian objects. This talk will explore the fascinating origins and meanings behind key artefacts in the collection, revealing how they connect Kendal to the rich world of ancient Egypt.

We’ll also delve into the lives of John Garstang and John Rankin, the two key donors whose contributions in the late 19th and early 20th centuries helped shape the museum’s Egyptology collection. Learn about their roles in the early days of British archaeology in Egypt and how their legacy lives on in Kendal today.

To accompany the talk, a fun and educational "I Spy" sheet will be available to help attendees identify and engage with the objects during their next visit to the museum.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday October 4th, 1:00 - 2:00PM

Venue: Kendal Museum

Price: £10 General Admission, £6 for under 16s/students

PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately the venue is accessible only via a staircase, so is not suitable for wheelchair users. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

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