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How did ancient Egyptians prepare to live forever? Presented on the occasion of the de Young’s Treasures of the Pharaohs, this lecture explores the spells, sacred images, and funerary objects that helped the dead navigate the afterlife. Discover how words and images could become powerful tools for protection, transformation, and rebirth.
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
November 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM (Pacific Canada | US)
Spells for Eternity: Death and the Art of Living Forever in Ancient Egypt
Koret Auditorium, de Young Museum, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA or Virtual via Zoom
Presented by Rita Lucarelli Associate Professor of Egyptology and Class of 1939 Chair in Undergraduate Education, Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures, and Faculty Curator of Egyptology, Phoebe A. Hearst Museum of Anthropology, University of California, Berkeley
