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American Research Center in Egypt @ARCENational

The American Research Center in Egypt supports research, broadening knowledge about Egyptian culture, and building cultural ties.

Joined March 2009
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Is conservation a form of destruction? Former ARCE fellow & AEF grantee Dr. May al-Ibrashy explored this through the 7-year conservation of Imam al-Shafi‘i Dome, highlighting how preserving heritage also means preserving community connections. Thank you to all who attended!
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Join us for a special talk with Dr. Chase F. Robinson, director of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art, on how museums foster cultural exchange, preserve heritage & build global partnerships. 📅 June 16, 2026 | 6 PM 📍 ARCE Cairo Center 🔗 shorturl.at/0uF2a
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Follow the path of the Holy Family on ARCE’s 2026 members-only tour, from the Virgin Mary Tree in Matariya to Abu Serga Church, led by Dr. Mary Kupelian! ⏳ Register by June 30, 2026 📅 Nov. 4–17, 2026 🔗 shorturl.at/ZwRUA #ARCE #Tour
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How do we preserve heritage in a city that is constantly changing? Join Dr. May al-Ibrashy as she reflects on a decade of work at al-Imam al-Shafi'i and the future of Historic Cairo. 📅 June 10, 2026 🕕 6 PM EEST 📍 ARCE Cairo 🔗 shorturl.at/afvG7 #ARCE #Lecture
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Another beauty from our archives! The Temple of Amun at Medinet Habu, built under Hatshepsut & Thutmose III, reveals layers of ancient history. Extensive conservation efforts led by ARCE & @TourismandAntiq to preserve its remarkable discoveries✨ shorturl.at/r4G1b
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The Spring issue of Scribe is finally here! 🌸 In this latest edition, members can explore reflections on the CCIEA, updates from AEF projects, ARCE fellows, ARCE’s new headquarter updates, and much more! Become a member and receive two issues of Scribe each year. #ARCE #Scribe
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⚠️Please note that the lecture will begin at 8 PM Cairo Time instead of 7 PM. Join us for the third ARCE Library Book Club session✨ Featuring “Ancient Egyptian Animal Fables: Tree Climbing Hippos and Ennobled Mice” by Jennifer Miyuki Babcock. 🔗 tinyurl.com/46c8rer4
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We’re happy to welcome you back!  Our Cairo office has officially reopened! Stay tuned to our social media for upcoming in-person events. Our office and library are open Monday to Thursday: Office hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Library hours: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM #ARCE #Cairo
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On April 7th, ARCE hosted an in-person lecture by Dr. Mohamed Kenawi followed by a warm reception, co-hosted with the Egyptian Cultural & Educational Bureau (ECEB) in Washington, DC. Thank you to everyone who joined us & made this evening such a success! #ARCE #ECEB #Lectures
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Safeguarding Fayyum’s Soknopaiou Nesos temple, the University of Salento, supported by ARCE’s Antiquities Endowment Fund, has stabilized its ancient walls and restored its Ptolemaic sanctuary using traditional techniques. Explore more: shorturl.at/QorYP #ARCE #AEF
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It’s been a lovely first day of the Annual Meeting 2026 conference. We spotted people lining up to get their headshots & buying books between paper sessions with a sneak peeks of our new headquarters in Cairo. Looking forward to day 2 tomorrow! #ARCE #AM2026 #conference
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Get ready for a special treat at this year’s Annual Meeting! Professional headshots will be offered tomorrow by Pink Poppy Media on a first-come, first-served basis. No advance sign-up is required. 📅April 10, 2026 🕒From 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (MT) 📍Exhibitors Hall
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See you tomorrow at the 2026 Annual Meeting. Visit our website to explore the full schedule, browse the abstract booklet & more✨ 📍The Westin Westminster 🌆 Denver, Colorado 📅 April 10-12, 2026 👥 In-person 🔗 shorturl.at/TcXJG #ARCE #AM2026 #Egyptology
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A big thank you to our 2026 Annual Meeting sponsors! We have many special discount rates lined up this conference, be sure to buy plenty of books and talk to their physical tables in Denver. #ARCE #AM2026 #Egyptology #Conference
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10 days to go until the Annual Meeting! Get ready for 3 dynamic days at The Westin Westminster. Here’s a little glimpse of all the goodness waiting for you 👀 📍 The Westin Westminster, Denver, Colorado. 📅 April 10–12, 2026 🔗 shorturl.at/Igt2l #ARCE #AM2026 #Egyptology
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Join us for an ARCE US in-person lecture! Discover archaeological sites spanning Ancient Egyptian, Hellenistic, Roman, Christian, and Islamic periods in Egypt’s Minor Oases of the Western Desert and Middle Egypt 🔗 Register here: shorturl.at/SJiH5 #ARCE #Lectures
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One of our favorite Annual Meeting traditions! Join us for the Members and Awards Dinner, a night of networking, reconnecting, and celebrating our outstanding students as we reveal the Best Paper & Poster winners 🎉 📅 April 11, 2026 🕡 6:30 PM MT 📍 Legacy Ballroom
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The abstract booklet for ARCE's 2026 Annual Meeting is now live on our website. A printed version will be available on-site too! 📍The Westin Westminster. 🌆 Denver, Colorado. 📅 April 10-12, 2026. 🔗 shorturl.at/Iy5fA *The abstract booklet is subject to change
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In a new topic article by Maarten Hoogland, letters to the dead come vividly to life. Explore how these messages reveal beliefs in the power of ritual communication and the intimate bond between the living and the departed. 🔗shorturl.at/LZ9Hq #ARCE #Articles #Egyptology
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Special group rate at the Westin Westminster ends in three days! You cannot take advantage of this offer by registering in person or at the desk; it is only available online. Use the link below. 🕚 Deadline: March 23, 2026. 🔗 Book here: shorturl.at/Hc613 #ARCE #AM2026
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