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Renowned Egyptologist Dr. David Silverman will present an illustrated lecture about Cleopatra: The Search for the Last Queen of Egypt, an exhibition currently touring the United States. The result of continuing underwater archaeological expeditions in Egypt near the cities of Alexandria, Heraklion, and Canopus for two decades, the objects in the exhibition represent part of the ongoing search for information about Egypt's last pharaoh.
Designated a San Francisco Landmark, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and home to a collection of Coloonial and Federal decorative arts, the Octagon House celebrates its 150th anniversay this year. The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America in California acquried this charming landmark in 1952.
Wine generously donated by Eugene & Katrina Kirkham and Cody Gillette Kirkham, Casa Nuestra Winery. Bread donated by Acme Bread Company. Salumi donated by Fra' Mani Handcrafted Salumi.
Ancient Art Council thanks the following donors and supporters: Rolf and Charlotte Scherman, Eloise Jonas, Casa Nuestra Winery, Acme Bread Company, Fra Mani' Handcrafted Salumi
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About Programs at the Ancient Art Council
Programs are varied and include such activities as lectures by noted archaeologists, museum curators, and ancient art historians; exclusive tours of the Museum’s permanent collection and special exhibitions; fund-raising events; and travel programs to ancient sites and other museums. Members also receive invitations from related organizations to attend lectures ad exhibition openings. Your annual membership dues and contributions will assist in furthering the Ancient Art collection at the Fine Arts Museums.
PROGRAM
March 25, 2011 at 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
A private wine reception and lecture
Octagon House, 2645 Gough Street, San Francisco
Presented by Dr. David Silverman Eckley Brinton Coxe Jr. Professor of Egyptology at the University of Pennsylvania; Curator of Egyptology at the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology; National Curator of "Tutankhamun and the Goldern Age of the Pharaohs"; and Consulting Curator of "Cleopatra: The Search for the Last Queen of Egypt"
Admission:
$75.00 per person to benefit the Ancient Art Council supporting ancient art at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco. Additional donations are welcome. RSVP: ancientart@famsf.org
