Heritage Key News - November 2009
JOIN THE DISCUSSION: REPATRIATION
'Artefacts Abroad' - The Survey Results
Heritage Key users responded to our online survey seeking opinions on the difficult topic of artefacts repatriation from museums back to their home countries. Are Museum's losses humanity's gain?
King Tut Virtual - Astonishing Artefacts
King Tut Virtual is the greatest discovery you can make online. Zoom-in and get up-close -and-personal to some of the most amazing artefacts ever found. Wander the banks of Nile and enjoy a feeling of life in ancient times. The details and realism of King Tut's treasures will astound you.
- Where can you find King Tut objects that are not on display in Toronto?
- Why go Virtual? It's fun, high-quality, educational, innovative and free!
- A Reason for Rezzing: How and Why We Build King Tut Virtual
Upcoming lecture:
Dr. Zahi Hawass in London
Have you always wanted to meet Dr. Hawass in person? Now is your chance! The famous Egyptologist visits London in December and Heritage World Press invites you to a special lecture - and maybe dinner. Dr. Hawass will also introduce his two new books: 'Inside the Egyptian Museum' and 'A Secret Voyage.'
Video:
Preserving King Tut's Guts
The Canopic Shrine was the ornate container in which Tutankhamun's viscera - his internal organs - were sealed during mummification. Egyptologist Dr Janice Kamrin tells us all about it in the first part of Heritage Key's new video series, 'Tut's Treasures'.
DISCOVER FABULOUS IMAGES
Sandro Vannini's Photos: The Tomb of Montuemhat (TT34) at Thebes
The excavations at TT34 were photographed by Sandro as the archaeological team set about documenting finds and detailing the tomb walls. The search for the sarcophagus of Montuemhat continues, as Dr Gomaa's team progress deeper into the tomb. Watch the Slideshow of Sandro documenting the search! Watch the slideshow.
Satellite Image: The Roman Ruins of Leptis Magna
Leptis Magna is a hidden treasure that has only just opened up to the world, having recently been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Several new discoveries have been made here in the past decade, and it's one of the most important Roman sites in the North African region. A personal favourite of the writer Ethel Davies, it boasts several key structures that were crucial to Roman society. Have a look from above.
THE TERRACOTTA WARRIORS
PHOTO PREVIEW: Terra Cotta Warriors at the National Geographic Museum in Washington, DC
'Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China's First Emperor', opened to the public on 19th November, 2009, at the National Geographic Museum in Washington, DC. The museum is the final venue for the exhibition's four-city U.S. tour. Graecyn visited the preview event and returned with a ton of amazing images.
Discuss:
We want to see your best high resolution photos taken in King Tut Virtual, and will reward the most sublime shots with non-virtual cash. We are offering 100$ for the most fabulous high resolution shots taken in King Tut Virtual. Participate.
Is Venice turning into a Museum City? Lord Norwich: "Tourism in Venice is reaching Meltdown"
Spotting Synagogues amongst the Minarets: A Grand Tour of Jewish Heritage in Istanbul.
Virtual Roman Leicester: A Digital Recreation of 'Ratae Corieltauvorum' at 210 AD
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EVENTS & EXHIBITIONS
- Hidden Treasures from Afghanistan in Ottawa
- Iraq's Ancient Past at the Penn
- King Tut in Toronto
- Framing the Archaeologist: Portraits and Excavation at the Petrie Museum
- 'World of the Pharaohs' in Arkansas
- Terra Cotta Warriors, Washington DC
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