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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · 1d

We are recruiting a Country Director (Cairo).

This is a pivotal role at a transformative moment, as we expand our operations to support research, training, partnerships, and community engagement in Egypt.

Find out more and apply: www.ees.ac.uk/resource/we-...
⏰5pm (GMT), 31 October 2025

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · 7d

Not sure what to listen to on your morning commute?
Queue up #AwayWithThePharaohs!

Our first episode, with special guest Aidan Dodson, answers the question: Were #pharaohs just ‘#pyramid scheme’ leaders—or building a true legacy?
🎧Available on all popular podcast platforms!

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · 8d

🎧 Available on all popular podcast providers!

You can find out more about #AwayWithThePharaohs and listen to all the episodes on our podcast's homepage 👇

Away with the Pharaohs | Podcast on RSS.com

Step into the world of the pharaohs with a podcast that brings Egypt to life in ways you’ve never heard before. Hosted by Charlotte Jordan, Engagement Manager at the Egypt Exploration Society, this se...

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · 8d

We've launched a podcast: #AwayWithThePharaohs!

Listen now for an introduction to @theees.bsky.social and the #podcast itself. Make sure you follow to never miss our monthly episodes (starting tomorrow), bringing Egypt to life in ways you’ve never heard before! #InternationalPodcastDay

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · 21d

Introduction to Ancient Egyptian Art and Architecture
📅9 Oct-6 Nov ⏰ 6pm 🇬🇧 8pm 🇪🇬

Our next course with @edwardscrivens.bsky.social is ideal for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the meanings and history of ancient Egyptian art.

🎫 www.ees.ac.uk/whats-on/eve...
📸 @britishmuseum.bsky.social

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · 23d

Love #AncientEgypt? Become a member of @theees.bsky.social from JUST £5 A MONTH to support Egyptian cultural heritage.

Enjoy exclusive access to our library, discounted events and publications, and the latest discoveries delivered straight to your inbox.

Join today: www.ees.ac.uk/support-us/m...

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · 25d

It’s today! Come along to meet our team, learn about what @theees.bsky.social do, browse our irreplaceable collections, and explore our extended exhibition on ‘The Women Who Changed #Egypt’.

We’re excited to see you!
ℹ️ www.ees.ac.uk/whats-on/eve...

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · 27d

Our Open Day will celebrate Argentinian-American Egyptologist Ricardo Caminos, who lived next door to @theees.bsky.social. We’ve recreated his study upstairs in our library (his former home) with some epigraphic activities for you to try!

📍3-4 Doughty Mews, London
⏰Drop in 10am-4pm on Saturday

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · 28d

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · 28d

We promote Egyptian cultural heritage to the world. You can help us reach even more people this #RememberACharityWeek 💙 as #GiftsinWills are crucial for our continued charitable work.

Join the #Willanthropy movement by remembering @theees.bsky.social in your Will: www.ees.ac.uk/support-us/a...

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · Sep 8

Come face to face with feminine power in our spotlight exhibit ‘The Women Who Changed Egypt: Discovering Hatshepsut and Nefertiti’, featuring replicas of artefacts that were excavated by @theees.bsky.social and speak to the lives of these extraordinary female rulers. #OpenHouseFestival2025

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · Sep 8

See you on Saturday for #OpenHouseFestival2025!

Tour the former home of Egyptologist Ricardo Caminos, browse collections on display, or relax with a hot drink (and cakes) and a book—about Egypt of course! Better yet, treat-your-shelf at our discount second-hand book sale.

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · Sep 6

What are the EES staff reading on #ReadABookDay?

Why, our new #book, of course!🤓📖

You too can read about the unique history of 'Ancient Egypt in 50 Discoveries' made during EES excavations since our founding in 1882. Buy your copy today: www.ees.ac.uk/resource/anc...

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · Sep 5

Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for Egyptologists | 17 Sep-1 Oct | 1pm🇬🇧3pm🇪🇬

This course of three 1.5-hour sessions will give you a basic understanding of the nature and operation of a GIS and its use in Egyptian archaeology.

Limited tickets left: www.ees.ac.uk/whats-on/eve...

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · Sep 5

We highly recommend watching @lisarandisi.bsky.social's brilliant introduction to the topic of archaeolgical ephemera👇

Lisa Randisi @lisarandisi.bsky.social · Sep 4

My Spotlight Lecture for @theees.bsky.social, on the @uclpetriemuseum.bsky.social's Archaeological Ephemera Project, is now available online -

If you work with a historic collection that has similar bits and bobs, and would like to join our Community of Practice, please get in touch!

Spotlight Lecture: Between Object and Archive

YouTube video by The Egypt Exploration Society

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Suzanne Arnold editor @suzannearnold.com · Sep 2

Excellent lunchtime Egyptology with @lisarandisi.bsky.social and @theees.bsky.social – looking at ephemera. The random bits and bobs in museum collections that initially had no value, such as food containers reused to transport artefacts, which give a snapshot of life on that excavation.

Zoom screenshot: Between Object and Archive: the Petrie Museum Archaeological Ephemera Project, Lisa Randisi. The slide shows images of boxes for candles, matches, carbolic tooth powder etc.

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · Sep 2

EES Members can read #EgyptianArchaeology 66 online via our Member Zone to learn more about this topic from today's speaker: www.ees.ac.uk/resource/egy...

Everyone can save on our last 3 issues, including EA 66, in our Trio Pack for only £15, while stocks last: www.ees.ac.uk/product/ea-t...

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · Sep 2

Today, delve deeper into often overlooked materials—archaeological ephemera. See examples from the Petrie Museum, following @lisarandisi.bsky.social's article in #EgyptianArchaeology 👉 www.ees.ac.uk/whats-on/eve...

Can't attend? The recording will be made available on @theees.bsky.social YouTube!

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Lisa Randisi @lisarandisi.bsky.social · Sep 1

Looking for something fun to do at lunchtime tomorrow? Why not tune in to my EES Spotlight Lecture on archaeological ephemera at the Petrie Museum? Stories of Victorian archaeologists shopping, grumpy museum curators & more... 1pm (UK) / 3pm (Egypt)

@uclpetriemuseum.bsky.social @theees.bsky.social

Between Object and Archive

Following EA 66, Lisa Randisi discusses items in the liminal space between object and archive within the Petrie Museum of Egyptian and Sudanese Archaeology. Start time: 13:00 (UK) / 15:00 (Egypt)

www.ees.ac.uk

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · Sep 1

A huge thank you to all the donors who made this publication a reality! #AE50EES

Learn more from the authors Stephanie Boonstra and Campbell Price at our Online Book Launch on 14 October at 6pm 🇬🇧 8pm 🇪🇬, where some highlight objects from the book will be presented.

Ancient Egypt in 50 Discoveries

Join us for a special launch event of our essential guide to the history of ancient Egypt through the lens of 50 fascinating discoveries made in the first century of excavations by the EES. Start time...

www.ees.ac.uk

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · Sep 1

Think you know history? Think again.

Discover 50 incredible finds that rewrote over 3,000 years of history in @theees.bsky.social's Ancient Egypt in 50 Discoveries, published today! #AE50EES

"Fascinating and unmissable" – Prof Kate Williams

Get your copy now 👉 www.ees.ac.uk/resource/anc...

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · Aug 28

Our thoughts are with all those who knew John, especially his husband, John.

John J Johnston (1965–2025)

Aidan Dodson remembers former EES Vice-Chair and long-term supporter, John J Johnston.

www.ees.ac.uk

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · Aug 28

We’re very sorry to share the sad news that former Vice-Chair and long-time supporter of the Society, John J Johnston, passed away this morning following a short illness. Aidan Dodson has kindly provided a short memorial to John here: www.ees.ac.uk/resource/joh...

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · Aug 27

Step into the shoes of an #ancient scribe and immerse yourself in ancient #writing this weekend!
📍Guided tour of @britishmuseum.bsky.social
📜 Creative indulgence with illustrating #hieroglyphs
🫖Elevated hospitality by Honey & Co.

Last chance to join us on Saturday: www.ees.ac.uk/whats-on/eve...

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The Egypt Exploration Society @theees.bsky.social · Aug 20

We're delighted to announce #EgyptianArchaeology Supplements, our first online-only publication created exclusively for @theees.bsky.social Members!

Each supplement will explore a specific topic every summer. This year, dig into Climate Change and Heritage Adaptation: www.ees.ac.uk/resource/dig...

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