This year’s celebrations align with the theme announced by the International Council of Museums (ICOM): “Museums Unite a Divided World,” which highlights the role of museums in promoting dialogue, cultural understanding, and shared human values across civilizations.
“These exhibitions and activities reflect the important cultural and humanitarian role that antiquities museums play in promoting communication and understanding among peoples,” asserted Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy.
He said museums today serve as bridges for civilizational dialogue and sustainable development, while also contributing to raising archaeological and tourism awareness among citizens of all age groups.
“These initiatives help strengthen the public's connection to Egypt’s rich history and unique civilization and encourage the preservation of the country’s authentic cultural heritage,” he stated.
Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA) Hisham El-Leithy said the exhibitions organized at Egyptian antiquities museums this year explore themes directly linked to the global celebration’s message.
He explained that the exhibitions present diverse collections and narratives that highlight the common human experience across historical eras and civilizations despite cultural differences.
El-Leithy added that the exhibitions reflect the evolving role of museums as institutions dedicated not only to preserving heritage but also to reinforcing cultural identity and social awareness.
“The museums have evolved beyond being spaces dedicated solely to displaying the past, becoming dynamic platforms for cultural exchange and dialogue,” he said.
He noted that this year’s activities reaffirm the ministry’s commitment to strengthening the educational and enlightening role of museums and promoting the idea that what unites humanity across time is far greater than what divides it.
Among the highlights of this year’s celebrations, the Sharm El-Sheikh Museum is hosting an exhibition titled “Threads of One: Unity of the Human Experience Across Ages,” presenting archaeological artefacts through themes related to daily life, cultural interaction, and shared human destiny.
Kafr El-Sheikh Museum is showcasing “Deities in Ancient Egypt,” an exhibition exploring the spiritual and religious life of ancient Egyptians through 54 artefacts, while Tell Basta Museum is presenting “Pottery: A Bridge Between Peoples,” focusing on pottery as a historical medium of cultural exchange.
The Tanta Museum exhibition, “Heritage Unites Us,” examines how ancient Egyptian cultural values continue to shape Egyptian identity and traditions today.
Meanwhile, the Luxor Museum of Ancient Egyptian Art is presenting “One Life… One World,” which highlights similarities in human daily life across civilizations.
In Alexandria, the National Museum of Alexandria is collaborating with Adasa Photography Club to present “Tramway,” an exhibition documenting the memory and evolution of Alexandria’s historic tram system through archival and photographic collections.
The Royal Jewellery Museum is unveiling “The Charm of Turquoise,” featuring rare royal jewellery pieces adorned with turquoise, gold, and diamonds, while the Royal Carriages Museum is presenting “Legacy of Peoples: From Medals to Timepieces,” showcasing medals, decorations, and pocket watches as universal symbols of honour and time.
Additional exhibitions include “The Universal Human Spirit” at the Farouk Corner Museum, “Writing Between Past and Present” at the Manial Palace Museum, and “Harmony of Civilizations” at the Gayer-Anderson Museum, each exploring different aspects of shared human creativity and cultural interaction throughout history.
The exhibitions will continue throughout the coming weeks and months, with varying durations depending on each museum’s programme.
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