Entry to Museums Across Egypt Will Be Free on May 18th
The Egyptian Museum, the GEM and the NMEC are excluded from this initiative, however.
May 10, 2025
In celebration of International Museum Day, Egyptians of all ages will be granted free entry to archaeological museums across the country on May 18th.
The initiative, recently approved by the Supreme Council of Antiquities, is part of ongoing efforts to promote public engagement with cultural heritage and expand access to educational experiences. However, the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, and the Grand Egyptian Museum will not be included in this initiative.
In line with this goal, plans were discussed to improve services at 15 archaeological sites across the country. Proposed developments include clearer signage, updated site maps, new visitor centers, accessible restrooms, shaded seating areas, recycling bins, and informational booklets in Arabic and English. Measures will also be introduced to better accommodate visitors with disabilities, including dedicated paths and support services.
Additionally, the council ratified a number of proposals from the Permanent Committee for Islamic, Coptic, and Jewish Antiquities, including the official registration of three marble plaques from the Mustafa Sarmad Al-Bey Mosque in Minya Al-Qamh as protected antiquities, as well as decisions related to archaeological missions and newly excavated artifacts.
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