Encounters with Ancient Egypt

The civilization of ancient Egypt, which lasted from 3,000 B.C. to 332 B.C., before being conquered by Alexander the Great, continues to enthrall us. Egyptologist Mary Vaught will explore this fascinating world in images and words.

Ptolemaic Egypt - Part II

Picking up from April’s lecture, we will continue our exploration of the Ptolemaic Dynasty with Ptolemy IV through Cleopatra VI. The Ptolemaic Dynasty of Egypt was a Macedonian Greek royal house that ruled the Ptolemaic Kingdom in Egypt from 305 BCE, after the death of Alexander the Great, until its incorporation into the Roman Republic in 30 BCE. Reigning for 275 years, the Ptolemaic was the longest and the last dynasty of ancient Egypt.

Everyday Life in Ancient Egypt

We know how the Pharaohs, viziers and priests lived, but what about the lives of the “commoners”? Housing, cooking, shopping, working, and playing. We will look at the ‘everyday’ life of merchants, farmers, potters, herders, servants, and slaves in Ancient Egypt.