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Daily Record
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Immersive exhibition brings ancient Egypt and its secrets to Scotland this summer
Lovers of Egyptian history are in for a treat as an immersive exhibition taking visitors back thousands of years comes to Glasgow History lovers are in for a treat this summer as Glasgow prepares to welcome Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition, an extraordinary journey through ancient Egypt that promises to captivate with both authentic artefacts and cutting-edge technology. Opening at the SEC on July 24, this spectacular show follows a sell-out 14-week run in London and invites visitors to explore the mysteries of the famous pharaoh and his era like never before. Spanning six creatively designed galleries, the exhibition showcases a remarkable collection of original artefacts dating back as far as 4000 BC, Glasgow Live reports. Highlights include a funerary shabti from the 20th Dynasty that was once part of Howard Carter's private collection, alongside statuettes and vases from the reigns of Tutankhamun and Ramses II and III. Visitors will also encounter meticulously crafted replicas and facsimiles displayed in a curated 'treasure room' that brings Egypt's ancient heritage vividly to life. One of the exhibition's standout features is a vast 360-degree projection covering 1,200 square metres, transporting guests through Egypt's rich history, stunning landscapes, and cultural heritage. A virtual reality experience allows visitors to journey into the mystical Egyptian afterlife, while a hologram room vividly reveals the entire mummification process of Pharaoh Tutankhamun. The exhibition's immersive narrative is further enriched by a recorded interview with Howard Carter, the famed British archaeologist who discovered Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922. An interactive digital metaverse walk-through of the Valley of the Kings completes the experience, offering a chance to explore Carter's basecamp and relive the monumental discovery in full glory. To top off the journey, visitors can have their photograph taken in an AI photo booth that transforms them into a citizen of ancient Egypt, a perfect memento of a remarkable day. Designed with families, schools, history enthusiasts and tech fans in mind, the 90-minute experience blends educational displays, historical documents, original artefacts and immersive storytelling. The bespoke soundtrack, performed by an orchestra, further enhances the magic, drawing visitors into the world of ancient Egypt like never before. Having already dazzled over 1.9 million visitors across cities including Madrid, Hamburg, Cairo, Sao Paulo, Barcelona, Vienna and Malmö, this award-winning exhibition has earned three Telly Awards and is a product of a unique collaboration with the History Channel. It effortlessly combines historical authenticity with modern technology to offer an unforgettable adventure. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. The exhibition will run for a limited 14-week season from July 24 to October 26, before continuing its European tour. Tickets for Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition in Glasgow start at £22.50 for adults and £16.45 for children. For those seeking an extra special experience, the Pharaoh Package is available from £52.50 and includes queue jump and exclusive merchandise. A £2.50 booking fee applies. Schools interested in group bookings can apply for special rates by emailing exhibition@ The waitlist for exclusive pre-sale access is now open on the exhibition website. General ticket sales will begin on Friday, June 6, 2025.
Glasgow Times
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Immersive Tutankhamun exhibition to bring ancient Egypt to Glasgow
Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition will open on July 24 at the SEC for a limited 14-week run, offering visitors a high-tech, multi-sensory journey through ancient Egyptian civilisation. The interactive exhibition makes its way to Scotland after captivating more than 1.9 million visitors across three continents. (Image: Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition) (Image: Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition) Read more: Meet the young Scot set to star in HBO's new Harry Potter series Glasgow's showcase follows a successful stint in London, where more than 160,000 people attended the experience. The experience guides visitors through six creatively designed galleries, beginning with an interactive walkway and museum zone, which features authentic artifacts, high-quality replicas, and detailed historical storytelling. From there, guests enter one of Europe's largest immersive video mapping rooms, complete with 8-metre-high 360° projections, bringing to life Egypt's landscape and Tutankhamun's reign. Among the ancient Egyptian artifacts are a funerary shabti from the 20th Dynasty, which was part of Howard Carter's private collection, as well as statuettes and vases from the reigns of Tutankhamun and Ramses II and III. (Image: Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition) (Image: Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition) High-quality replicas and facsimiles from Egypt are also on display in a specially curated 'treasure room'. Visitors will also be able to step into an interactive digital metaverse walkthrough of the Valley of the Kings, exploring British archaeologist Howard Carter's basecamp, and reliving the discovery of the tomb in 1922. The tour concludes with a photo booth powered by AI, allowing visitors to transform themselves into ancient Egyptian citizens for a fun souvenir. Read more: Fans 'screaming' as American singer announces Glasgow show amid first ever UK tour (Image: Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition) (Image: Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition) Recognised with three Telly Awards, the exhibition is a collaboration between prestigious partners, including The History Channel, and offers an unforgettable educational experience for families, schools, and history enthusiasts. Tickets go on general sale on June 6, 2025, with adult tickets starting from £22.50, children from £16.45, and a special 'Pharaoh Package' from £52.50, with a £2.50 booking fee applied at the checkout. The exhibition will run from July 24 to October 26 before continuing its European tour.
Scotsman
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
'Immersive' Egypt exhibition showing hologram mummification of pharaoh Tutankhamun coming to Glasgow
The Ancient Egypt exhibition had a six month sell-out run in Cairo, Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter, get the latest news and reviews from our specialist arts writers Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... He is arguably Ancient Egypt's best-known pharaoh, whose tomb was uncovered almost intact 100 years ago by British archaeologist Howard Carter. Now a sell-out 'immersive' exhibition featuring a hologram room that will demonstrate the full mummification process of Pharaoh Tutankhamun is to come to Scotland. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad More than 1.8 million people worldwide have already seen the exhibition. | SEC Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition, which has attracted 1.8 million visitors in 12 cities across three continents, is to hold a 14-week run in Glasgow before going on a wider European tour. The 2,500sqft display will include an 8m-high, 360-degree immersive video mapping room, a seated virtual reality experience and an interactive digital metaverse room. A selection of original ancient Egyptian artefacts from as far back as 4000 BC, including a funerary shabti from the 20th dynasty that belonged to Mr Carter's private collection and statuettes and vases from the reigns of Tutankhamun and Ramses II & III, will also be on show. The hologram room will show the full mummification process of the pharaoh. Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition | Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition Created in collaboration with Egyptologists and historians and blending cutting-edge technology with Egyptian history, the exhibition will transport visitors through six creatively designed galleries that delve into the lives of ancient Egyptians. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The exhibition will launch at Glasgow's SEC on July 24, following successful runs in Madrid, Hamburg, Cairo, Sao Paulo, Barcelona, Vienna, Malmö and London, as well as a sold-out six-month run at the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Visitors begin their 90-minute experience on an interactive walkway that leads into an area presenting background stories about Egyptian civilisation. They then continue into an immersive video mapping room, which recounts the history of Egypt, its natural landscapes, cultural heritage, the life of Tutankhamun, his tomb, and its groundbreaking discovery. They will embark on a 360-degree seated virtual reality experience, journeying into the mystical Egyptian afterlife before entering another hi-tech space where they will witness a hologram presentation, vividly bringing to life the entire mummification process of Pharaoh Tutankhamun. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Finally, visitors will step into an interactive digital metaverse walk-through of the Valley of the Kings, exploring Mr Carter's basecamp, and reliving the monumental moment of the 1922 discovery. The moment of the discovery of the tomb is described in a recorded interview, with Mr Carter broadcast as part of the exhibition. The exhibition is an 'immersive' journey into the history of Pharoah Tutankhamun. | SEC Angela Smith, head of new business for exhibitions at the SEC said; 'I was lucky enough to visit Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition in London and I can promise visitors they are in for a treat when the event comes to Glasgow. 'Running for 14 weeks, there's plenty of time to see the event, but we are expecting high demand so we're urging visitors to sign up to the wait list so they don't miss out.'
Yahoo
09-05-2025
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May 2025: More than 175 things to do in Greenville, Spartanburg and beyond!
Things to do with your kids in Greenville, Spartanburg and the Upstate – find plenty to do from babies to teens. Look for weekly updates and highlights and even more events at Send your organization's family events to chris@ 'Beautification: The Environmental Legacy of Lady Bird Johnson' is open at the Upcountry History Museum through Sept. 7. The exhibit offers a first-hand look at how Lady Bird Johnson helped reimagine the country's highways and byways and used her own power as First Lady to pioneer the landmark Highway Beautification Act of 1965. It was curated and produced by the LBJ Presidential Library in Austin, Texas. For details, visit Tutankhamun: His Tomb and His Treasures is open through Jan. 4, 2026 at the Amherst at Deerpark Exhibition Center at Biltmore Estate in Asheville. This exhibition offers an exploration into ancient Egypt and the time of Tutankhamun, featuring a close look at the discovery of King Tut's tomb and the extraordinary treasures that were found inside, exactly as they were when first discovered by famed archaeologist Howard Carter in 1922. Showcasing the cultural heritage of one of history's most significant archaeological finds, this exhibition features expert-crafted, true-to-life replicas of artifacts. For tickets and details, visit May is Hike On Month in Beech Mountain, North Carolina. Guided hikes and giveaways are available at the visitor's center. A comprehensive hiking guide is available at providing trail recommendations for all skill levels and tips. A different trail will be featured each week in May. Dollywood's Flower & Food Festival continues through June 8 with more than 1 million vibrant blooms, menus featuring fresh tastes of spring in the Smokies and unique entertainment offerings, including 'Play On,' a new show to celebrate Dollywood's 40th anniversary season, opening May 3, the date of the park's first operational day in 1986. The Imagination Playhouse, which features plays based on books from Dolly's Imagination Library, offers shows for younger guests through the end of September. During Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration, new story time and character meet & greets are part of the Imagination Playhouse experience. Visit Jurassic Adventure is open May 21 – Nov. 2 at The Island in Pigeon Forge. Admission is free. Wander amid 22 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, each with interactive elements and sounds. Included is a custom Island Fountain Show that tells the story of the dinosaurs. Interactive features include posted QR codes linked to details about each dinosaur, including sounds and free downloadable wallpapers. The Island is open daily from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and does not have gated admission. All ticketed attractions are ala carte. For details, visit Hearts & Hands Week, benefitting Greer Relief, is May 5 – 11. During Hearts & Hands Week, participating businesses pledge to donate a portion of their sales to Greer Relief, a nonprofit dedicated to helping families and individuals overcome crisis and build a path toward stability and success. For details, visit Toddler Story Time is at 10 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 and younger. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 9:30 a.m. See details at Preschool Story Time is at 11 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 – 5. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 10:25 a.m. See details at Afternoon Exploration is 1:30 – 5 p.m. at Roper Mountain Science Center. For details and tickets, visit The Greenville Drive plays a doubleheader beginning at 4:30 p.m. at Fluor Field. For tickets, visit Piedmont Natural Gas Downtown Alive is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at NOMA Square on Main Street in Greenville. Visit Music on Main Presented by Piedmont Natural Gas is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. on Morgan Square in Spartanburg. Visit The Appalachian Heritage Festival is in downtown Waynesville, North Carolina. It includes live music, hands-on demonstrations, a True Crime Trail, The Quilt Trails Bus Tour and more. For details, visit Zoo Tots: A Bug's Life for ages 2 – 4 is at 10 and 11 a.m. at the Greenville Zoo. For details and registration, visit Jurassic Quest is open noon – 6 p.m. at the Greenville Convention Center. The event features a herd of life-like moving and roaring dinosaurs, themed rides and attractions, live dinosaur shows, interactive science and art activities including a giant fossil dig, real fossils, a 'Triceratots' soft play area for little explorers, photo opportunities, a newly launched video tour featuring dinosaur trainers and more. Advance online ticket purchase is recommended. General admission includes live shows, arts and crafts activities and dinosaur exhibits. Tickets for individual activities are available on site. Free entry for children under 2. Kids' Ultimate Tickets include admission, all-you-can-ride access to dinosaur rides, inflatables, fossil dig and more. For details and tickets, visit Afternoon Exploration is 1:30 – 5 p.m. at Roper Mountain Science Center. For details and tickets, visit Yoga is at 3 p.m. at TCMU-Greenville. Join in to practice mindfulness, breathing exercises, and stretching. The class is led by a volunteer certified yoga instructor. This Healthy Hustle class is included with admission. Visit Nature Journaling is 3:30 – 5 p.m. at the South Carolina Botanical Garden. Explore various subjects and techniques through guided nature walks and nature journaling sessions. This series is designed to help participants start a nature journaling practice, and no experience or artistic talent is needed. For details and registration, visit Starry Nights programs are at Roper Mountain Science Center. 'The Cowboy Astronomer' is at 4:30 p.m. 'Invaders of Mars!' is at 6 and 'From Earth to the Universe' is at 7:30 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are required. For details, visit Greenville Heritage Federal Credit Union Main Street Fridays is 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. at NOMA Square on Main Street. Visit The Greenville Drive plays at 6:45 p.m. at Fluor Field. Stay for fireworks after the game. For tickets, visit 'Matilda: The Musical' is presented at 7 p.m. at South Carolina Children's Theatre. Best enjoyed by ages 6 and older. For tickets and details, visit Great Blue Gathering and Silent Auction Fundraiser is at Conestee Nature Preserve. For details and registration, visit 'Clue' (High School Edition) is presented by Greer Children's Theatre at 7 p.m. at The Center for the Arts in Greer. For tickets and details, visit 'Matilda: The Musical' is presented at 7 p.m. at South Carolina Children's Theatre. Best enjoyed by ages 6 and older. For tickets and details, visit For parents: Greenville Theatre presents 'A Weekend With Sondheim' at 8 p.m. On what would be his 95th birthday celebration year, Greenville Theatre will present an original revue featuring songs from 'Sunday in the Park with George,' 'Merrily We Roll Along,' 'Company,' 'West Side Story' and much more. For tickets, visit The TD Saturday Market is 8 a.m. – noon on Main Street in Greenville. For vendors and details, visit Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume opens today at the South Carolina State Museum. The critically acclaimed showcase features 70 costumes and highlights the innovative ways some iconic characters like Cinderella, Maleficent, and Jack Sparrow are brought to life through the artistry and imagination of their costumes. It continues through Oct. 26. For details, visit Jurassic Quest is open 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. at the Greenville Convention Center. The event features a herd of life-like moving and roaring dinosaurs, themed rides and attractions, live dinosaur shows, interactive science and art activities including a giant fossil dig, real fossils, a 'Triceratots' soft play area for little explorers, photo opportunities, a newly launched video tour featuring dinosaur trainers and more. Advance online ticket purchase is recommended. General admission includes live shows, arts and crafts activities and dinosaur exhibits. Tickets for individual activities are available on site. Free entry for children under 2. Kids' Ultimate Tickets include admission, all-you-can-ride access to dinosaur rides, inflatables, fossil dig and more. For details and tickets, visit The Appalachian Heritage Festival is in downtown Waynesville, North Carolina. It includes live music, hands-on demonstrations, a True Crime Trail, The Quilt Trails Bus Tour and more. For details, visit The Berries & Blooms Spring Festival is 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at The Ten Acre Garden in Canton, North Carolina. For details, visit The Tails and Trails 5K Walk/Run benefitting Greenville County Animal Care is at Conestee Park. For details and registration, visit Storytime on the Steps is at 10 a.m. at M. Judson Booksellers on Main Street in Greenville. Visit for a story time and sweet treat. The event will move indoors to the children's section if weather requires. Visit Zoo Tots: A Bug's Life for ages 2 – 4 is at 10 and 11 a.m. at the Greenville Zoo. For details and registration, visit Wonder Club is at 11 a.m. at TCMU-Greenville. Learn how to sip tea, munch on tasty treats and master the art of good manners. You'll discover the secret to being a tea party pro. Led by Rita Santana, Etiquette Expert and Founder of The Good Gatherings Co., this class makes manners fun and tea time sweeter. Registration is required for this Wonder Club class. Visit 'Matilda: The Musical' is presented at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. at South Carolina Children's Theatre. Best enjoyed by ages 6 and older. For tickets and details, visit For parents: Medicinal Whiskey Charity's Kentucky Derby Party, benefiting Clement's Kindness Fund for the Children and Prisma Health Children's Hospital BI-LO Charities Children's Cancer Center is at 5:30 p.m. at Revel Event Center. All funds raised will benefit the fight against childhood cancer and blood disorders. For tickets, sponsorships or more information, visit To learn more about Medicinal Whiskey Charity, visit The Greenville Drive plays at 6:45 p.m. at Fluor Field. Saturdays on the District is family-friendly event that takes place before every Saturday home game. Held on the pedestrian-friendly District 356 (Field Street), there is no admission and activities include inflatable games, live music, face painting, balloon artists, food and beverage stations and more. For tickets, visit 'Clue' (High School Edition) is presented by Greer Children's Theatre at 7 p.m. at The Center for the Arts in Greer. For tickets and details, visit For parents: Greenville Theatre presents 'A Weekend With Sondheim' at 8 p.m. On what would be his 95th birthday celebration year, Greenville Theatre will present an original revue featuring songs from 'Sunday in the Park with George,' 'Merrily We Roll Along,' 'Company,' 'West Side Story' and much more. For tickets, visit Jurassic Quest is open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Greenville Convention Center. The event features a herd of life-like moving and roaring dinosaurs, themed rides and attractions, live dinosaur shows, interactive science and art activities including a giant fossil dig, real fossils, a 'Triceratots' soft play area for little explorers, photo opportunities, a newly launched video tour featuring dinosaur trainers and more. Advance online ticket purchase is recommended. General admission includes live shows, arts and crafts activities and dinosaur exhibits. Tickets for individual activities are available on site. Free entry for children under 2. Kids' Ultimate Tickets include admission, all-you-can-ride access to dinosaur rides, inflatables, fossil dig and more. For details and tickets, visit Fraggle Rock LIVE, the first ever Fraggle Rock Live Touring Show, is presented at 1 p.m. at the Peace Center. Presented by The Jim Henson Company, the show will feature the iconic Fraggles and other favorite characters from the show, as well as new characters in an interactive, live musical adventure perfect for all ages. For tickets and details, visit 'Clue' (High School Edition) is presented by Greer Children's Theatre at 2 p.m. at The Center for the Arts in Greer. For tickets and details, visit 'Matilda: The Musical' is presented at 2 p.m. at South Carolina Children's Theatre. Best enjoyed by ages 6 and older. For tickets and details, visit Carolina Youth Symphony's Senior Honors Concert is at 3 p.m. at McAlister Auditorium at Furman University. Purchase tickets at the door ($10 adults, $5 students/seniors) or visit The Greenville Drive plays at 3:05 p.m. at Fluor Field. For tickets, visit For parents: Greenville Theatre presents 'A Weekend With Sondheim' at 8 p.m. On what would be his 95th birthday celebration year, Greenville Theatre will present an original revue featuring songs from 'Sunday in the Park with George,' 'Merrily We Roll Along,' 'Company,' 'West Side Story' and much more. For tickets, visit 'Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back' in Concert with the Greenville Symphony Orchestra is at 7 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets and details, visit Monday, May 5 Mini Makers: World of Wonders is 9 – 10 a.m. at TR Makers Co. Recommended for ages 2 – 5. $10 per session. Discover famous landmarks and meet unique animals from around the world while uncovering captivating stories and fun food from diverse cultures. For details and registration, visit Toddler Story Time is at 10 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 and younger. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 9:30 a.m. See details at Preschool Story Time is at 11 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 – 5. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 10:25 a.m. See details at Garden Sprouts is 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. at the South Carolina Botanical Garden. Preschool children and their caregivers discover the wonders of the Botanical Garden through nature walks, crafts and more. For full details and registration, visit Preschool Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Boiling Springs Library. Ages 3 – 5. For details, visit Tell Me About It Tuesday: Alligator is at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. at the Greenville Zoo. Included with admission. For details, visit The Hub City Spartanburgers play at 6:05 p.m. Visit Tot Tales & Trails is 10 – 11 a.m. at the South Carolina Botanical Garden. Begin with a story and then explore the day's theme with a garden walk and activities. This program is ideal for preschoolers and caregivers, but all ages are encouraged to join in the fun. For details and registration, visit Storytime on the Steps is at 10 a.m. at M. Judson Booksellers on Main Street in Greenville. Visit for a story time and sweet treat. The event will move indoors to the children's section if weather requires. Visit The Hub City Spartanburgers play at 11:05 a.m. Visit Teen Pop Culture: Korean is at 4 p.m. at the Boiling Springs Library. Ages 12 – 18. For details, visit Toddler Story Time is at 10 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 and younger. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 9:30 a.m. See details at Preschool Story Time is at 11 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 – 5. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 10:25 a.m. See details at Afternoon Exploration is 1:30 – 5 p.m. at Roper Mountain Science Center. For details and tickets, visit Twilight in the Garden, benefiting Hatcher Garden, is 5:30 – 9 p.m. The event features a garden party, dinner, silent and live auctions. For tickets, visit Piedmont Natural Gas Downtown Alive is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at NOMA Square on Main Street in Greenville. Visit Music on Main Presented by Piedmont Natural Gas is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. on Morgan Square in Spartanburg. Visit The Hub City Spartanburgers play at 6:35 p.m. Visit Artisphere is in downtown Greenville. The festival includes Kidsphere at Artisphere with opportunities for kids to create. New for 2025, the Reuse Regatta: Test your best designs for a floating wind-powered boat, and square off for weekend bragging rights. Other activities include Tinkering Toddlers, a crawlable, stroller-friendly area stocked with toddler-appropriate manipulatives, Box Town, an eco-friendly creation station, rainbow wall, masks and hats and more. For a full schedule of events, visit Learning Safari: Mini Beasts, a drop off program for ages 5 – 7, is 10 a.m. – noon at the Greenville Zoo. For details and registration, visit Afternoon Exploration is 1:30 – 5 p.m. at Roper Mountain Science Center. For details and tickets, visit Bathtub Botany is 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. at the South Carolina Botanical Garden. Craft plant-derived soaps, scrubs and balms for Mother's Day or otherwise. Designed for children and caregivers, but all ages are welcome. For details, visit Starry Nights programs are at Roper Mountain Science Center. 'The Cowboy Astronomer' is at 4:30 p.m. 'Invaders of Mars!' is at 6 and 'From Earth to the Universe' is at 7:30 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are required. For details, visit 'Matilda: The Musical' is presented at 7 p.m. at South Carolina Children's Theatre. Best enjoyed by ages 6 and older. For tickets and details, visit The Hub City Spartanburgers play at 7:05 p.m. Stay for fireworks after the game. Visit The TD Saturday Market is 8 a.m. – noon on Main Street in Greenville. For vendors and details, visit Artisphere is in downtown Greenville. The festival includes Kidsphere at Artisphere with opportunities for kids to create. New for 2025, the Reuse Regatta: Test your best designs for a floating wind-powered boat, and square off for weekend bragging rights. Other activities include Tinkering Toddlers, a crawlable, stroller-friendly area stocked with toddler-appropriate manipulatives, Box Town, an eco-friendly creation station, rainbow wall, masks and hats and more. For a full schedule of events, visit Park Hop opens today – Park Hop is a free, summer long scavenger hunt at park and recreation venues throughout Greenville and Spartanburg Counties. This scavenger hunt encourages children and families to discover featured parks throughout the summer while searching for answers to clues within each park. Get the ParkHop app on GooglePlay or the App Store. Visit Celebrate National Train Day with the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in Bryson City, North Carolina. For details, events and tickets, visit Mini Makers: World of Wonders is 9 – 10 a.m. at TR Makers Co. Recommended for ages 2 – 5. $10 per session. Discover famous landmarks and meet unique animals from around the world while uncovering captivating stories and fun food from diverse cultures. For details and registration, visit 'Wild Things of the Upstate' Reading and Hike is at 9 a.m. at the Nature Playscape at Conestee Nature Preserve. Join for a children's book reading by Abby Moore Keith. For tickets and details, visit Village Launch Market is 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in West Greenville. Support minority and women-owned businesses – plus food trucks, family activities and more. Visit Story Time Ballet with International Ballet is at 10 a.m. at the Five Forks Library and at 11:30 a.m. at the Hughes Main Library. Visit Train Day at the Depot is 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Hub City Railroad Museum. For details, visit Learning Safari: Mini Beasts, a drop off program for ages 5 – 7, is 10 a.m. – noon at the Greenville Zoo. For details and registration, visit Saturday Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Cyrill-Westside Library. Best suited for ages 5 and younger. For details, visit Water Safety Day is 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the T.K. Gregg Community Center in Spartanburg. The event is free and is held in partnership between the City of Spartanburg Parks, Recreation & Special Events and Ellie Fisher, a local Girl Scout who designed the day as her Gold Award project. Learn water safety through hands on stations, personalized video and a scavenger hunt. The event includes free food, prizes and giveaways. Registration is not required but is appreciated. Visit 'Matilda: The Musical' is presented at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. at South Carolina Children's Theatre. Best enjoyed by ages 6 and older. For tickets and details, visit The Hub City Spartanburgers play at 4:35 p.m. Visit Artisphere is in downtown Greenville. The festival includes Kidsphere at Artisphere with opportunities for kids to create. New for 2025, the Reuse Regatta: Test your best designs for a floating wind-powered boat, and square off for weekend bragging rights. Other activities include Tinkering Toddlers, a crawlable, stroller-friendly area stocked with toddler-appropriate manipulatives, Box Town, an eco-friendly creation station, rainbow wall, masks and hats and more. For a full schedule of events, visit Member Morning is 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. at TCMU-Greenville. Enjoy full access to TCMU-Greenville during this special members-only session. Visit 'Matilda: The Musical' is presented at 2 p.m. at South Carolina Children's Theatre. Best enjoyed by ages 6 and older. For tickets and details, visit Monday, May 12 Master Gardeners Takeover at TCMU-Greenville is 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Join a nature-themed activity led by expert Greenville Master Gardeners. Guests will dive into the beauty of the season with hands-on projects. This is included with admission. Visit Toddler Story Time is at 10 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 and younger. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 9:30 a.m. See details at Preschool Story Time is at 11 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 – 5. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 10:25 a.m. See details at Garden Sprouts is 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. at the South Carolina Botanical Garden. Preschool children and their caregivers discover the wonders of the Botanical Garden through nature walks, crafts and more. For full details and registration, visit Preschool Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Boiling Springs Library. Ages 3 – 5. For details, visit Tell Me About It Tuesday: Barred Owl is at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. at the Greenville Zoo. Included with admission. For details, visit 'Caps for Sale,' a Once Upon an Orchestra performance, is at 11 a.m. at South Carolina Children's Theatre. For details, visit The Greenville Drive plays at 6:45 p.m. at Fluor Field. For tickets, visit Hora del Cuento en Español – Spanish Storytime is at 10 a.m. at the Cyrill-Westside Library. Ages birth – 4. Únase a nosotros el segundo miércoles de cada mes a las 10 a.m. Compartiremos libros y desarrollaremos habilidades de alfabetización temprana en español. Para edades desde el nacimiento hasta los cuatro años. For details, visit Storytime on the Steps is at 10 a.m. at M. Judson Booksellers on Main Street in Greenville. Visit for a story time and sweet treat. The event will move indoors to the children's section if weather requires. Visit STEM Story Time for ages 5 and younger is at 10 a.m. at the Spartanburg Science Center. For details, visit The Greenville Drive plays at 2:05 p.m. at Fluor Field. For tickets, visit Teen Silent Book Club is at 4 p.m. at the Boiling Springs Library. Ages 12 – 18. For details, visit Bookmobile Thursday is 10 a.m. – noon at Hatcher Garden. The Spartanburg County Library Bookmobile will be on site. For details, visit Toddler Story Time is at 10 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 and younger. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 9:30 a.m. See details at Preschool Story Time is at 11 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 – 5. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 10:25 a.m. See details at Family Craft Night: Mystery Craft is 5 – 7 p.m. (drop in) at the Five Forks Library. Visit Piedmont Natural Gas Downtown Alive is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at NOMA Square on Main Street in Greenville. Visit Music on Main Presented by Piedmont Natural Gas is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. on Morgan Square in Spartanburg. Visit The Greenville Drive plays at 6:45 p.m. at Fluor Field. For tickets, visit The Greenville Greek Festival is at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral. For details, visit Yoga is at 3 p.m. at TCMU-Greenville. Join in to practice mindfulness, breathing exercises, and stretching. The class is led by a volunteer certified yoga instructor. This Healthy Hustle class is included with admission. Visit Starry Nights programs are at Roper Mountain Science Center. 'The Cowboy Astronomer' is at 4:30 p.m. 'Invaders of Mars!' is at 6 and 'From Earth to the Universe' is at 7:30 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are required. For details, visit Brew in the Zoo is 6 – 10 p.m. at the Greenville Zoo. The event is open to ages 21 and older. For details and tickets, visit The Greenville Drive plays at 6:45 p.m. at Fluor Field. Stay for fireworks after the game. For tickets, visit 'Matilda: The Musical' is presented at 7 p.m. at South Carolina Children's Theatre. Best enjoyed by ages 6 and older. For tickets and details, visit The TD Saturday Market is 8 a.m. – noon on Main Street in Greenville. For vendors and details, visit The Greenville Greek Festival is at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral. For details, visit 'Because' by Mo Willems: Lollipops Concerts from the Greenville Symphony Orchestra are at 10 a.m. at the Hughes Main Library and at 11:30 a.m. at the Five Forks Library. Visit Family Free Saturday for all ages is 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Spartanburg Science Center. Admission is free. No registration is needed. Visit Storytime on the Steps is at 10 a.m. at M. Judson Booksellers on Main Street in Greenville. Visit for a story time and sweet treat. The event will move indoors to the children's section if weather requires. Visit Wonder Club is 10 – 11 a.m. at TCMU-Greenville. Get ready to build, code and learn with RoboThink's robotics kits. Families will dive into the exciting world of STEM, creating robots and exploring cool engineering concepts that are out of this world. While they won't be taking home their robots, they'll leave with ideas and information on where to get their own. Registration is required for this Wonder Club class. Visit Telemetry and Turtles is at 10 a.m. at Conestee Nature Preserve. For details and registration, visit 'Matilda: The Musical' is presented at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. at South Carolina Children's Theatre. Best enjoyed by ages 6 and older. For tickets and details, visit Warehouse Theater presents a Shakespeare Workshop is 11 a.m. – noon at TCMU-Greenville. This is a playful storytelling adventure suitable for audiences of all ages. This performance is included with admission. Visit Playful Pollinators is at 1 p.m. at Conestee Nature Preserve. Learn from Patricia Whitener, 4-H Natural Resources program leader. For details and registration, visit The Greenville Drive plays at 6:45 p.m. at Fluor Field. Saturdays on the District is family-friendly event that takes place before every Saturday home game. Held on the pedestrian-friendly District 356 (Field Street), there is no admission and activities include inflatable games, live music, face painting, balloon artists, food and beverage stations and more. For tickets, visit The Greenville Greek Festival is at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral. For details, visit 'Matilda: The Musical' is presented at 2 p.m. at South Carolina Children's Theatre. Best enjoyed by ages 6 and older. For tickets and details, visit The Greenville Drive plays at 3:05 p.m. at Fluor Field. For tickets, visit Teens Make: Yarn Paintings at 5:30 p.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Ages 12 – 18. See details at Celebrate TCMU-Spartanburg's birthday. TCMU-Spartanburg is turning 7. Help Geo find his missing birthday present in a playful scavenger hunt, then stick around to sing Happy Birthday and enjoy a sweet treat at noon. Free with admission. Visit Mini Makers: Mini Doctors in Training is 9 – 10 a.m. at TR Makers Co. Recommended for ages 2 – 5. $10 per session. Kids become the doctor for their favorite stuffed friends. For details and registration, visit Toddler Story Time is at 10 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 and younger. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 9:30 a.m. See details at Preschool Story Time is at 11 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 – 5. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 10:25 a.m. See details at Garden Sprouts is 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. at the South Carolina Botanical Garden. Preschool children and their caregivers discover the wonders of the Botanical Garden through nature walks, crafts and more. For full details and registration, visit Preschool Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Boiling Springs Library. Ages 3 – 5. For details, visit Tell Me About It Tuesday: Ocelots is at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. at the Greenville Zoo. Included with admission. For details, visit The Hub City Spartanburgers play at 6:35 p.m. Visit Winged Wednesday is 8 – 9 a.m. at the South Carolina Botanical Garden. Bring your binoculars and a sense of curiosity to explore the birds that call the garden home. For full details and registration, visit Storytime on the Steps is at 10 a.m. at M. Judson Booksellers on Main Street in Greenville. Visit for a story time and sweet treat. The event will move indoors to the children's section if weather requires. Visit Homeschool Days: Nature Narratives is 1 – 2:30 p.m. at the South Carolina Botanical Garden. Themes change monthly for this hands-on learning experience. Designed for ages 5 and older. For full details and registration, visit The Hub City Spartanburgers play at 6:35 p.m. Visit Therapy Dog Time is 10 – 11 a.m. at TCMU-Greenville. Four furry friends join for story time and a meet-and-greet. Included with admission. Visit Homeschool Days: Nature Narratives is 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the South Carolina Botanical Garden. Themes change monthly for this hands-on learning experience. Designed for ages 5 and older. For full details and registration, visit Toddler Story Time is at 10 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 and younger. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 9:30 a.m. See details at Preschool Story Time is at 11 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 – 5. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 10:25 a.m. See details at Piedmont Natural Gas Downtown Alive is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at NOMA Square on Main Street in Greenville. Visit Music on Main Presented by Piedmont Natural Gas is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. on Morgan Square in Spartanburg. Visit The Hub City Spartanburgers play at 6:35 p.m. Visit Friday Garden Foray is 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the South Carolina Botanical Garden. For full details and registration, visit Teens To-Go: Seed Starters is at 3 p.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Ages 12 – 18. See details at Starry Nights programs are at Roper Mountain Science Center. 'The Cowboy Astronomer' is at 4:30 p.m. 'Invaders of Mars!' is at 6 and 'From Earth to the Universe' is at 7:30 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are required. For details, visit The Great Scot Parade is at 6 p.m. on Main Street in downtown Greenville. For events and details, visit Amp'd Up Fridays is 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. at the Mauldin Cultural Center. Admission is free. For details, visit The Hub City Spartanburgers play at 7:05 p.m. Stay for fireworks after the game. Visit The 12th Annual Take Flight 5K and 1 mile run/walk is 7 – 10 a.m. at the Greenville Downtown Airport. The event is a fundraiser for Runway Park. For details and registration, visit The TD Saturday Market is 8 a.m. – noon on Main Street in Greenville. For vendors and details, visit The Greenville Scottish Games are at Furman University. For events and details, visit India Cultural Corner Grand Opening is 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at TCMU-Greenville. Take flight to India – no passport required. Celebrate the grand opening of Wings in the Air's new destination: India. Enjoy vibrant Bollywood Dance classes with TAAL School of Dance at 11 a.m. and noon, and explore the sights, sounds, and stories of Indian culture in the newest Cultural Corner exhibit. Visit Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice opens today at the Upcountry History Museum. The exhibit continues through Sept. 21. Encounter unfamiliar landscapes, touchable dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes and opportunities to investigate clues about what the dinosaurs left behind. The exhibit, designed for ages 3-10, is the first child-centered exhibit dedicated to expanding the understanding of dinosaur habitat and range. The bilingual (Spanish and English) exhibit features three distinct sections that build on a child's innate curiosity about dinosaurs: Land of Fire (a warm dinosaur habitat), Land of Ice (a cold dinosaur habitat), and a Field Research Station (complete with a Big Dig experience). For details, visit Family Fun Day is 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (doors open until 5 p.m.) at the Upcountry History Museum. There's something for all ages, including fun crafts, games, and story times for the kids. For details, visit Storytime on the Steps is at 10 a.m. at M. Judson Booksellers on Main Street in Greenville. Visit for a story time and sweet treat. The event will move indoors to the children's section if weather requires. Visit A Soldier's Timeline is 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Walnut Grove Plantation. The event pays tribute to members of the US Military. Admission is free. For details, visit Saturday Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Cyrill-Westside Library. Best suited for ages 5 and younger. For details, visit The Girls Academy SC presents Her Story, Our Story: Celebrating the Mother-Daughter Relationship 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Prisma Welcome Center at Unity Park. The event is designed for mothers and daughters to come together, share their unique stories and build lasting memories. It includes empowering sessions on confidence, leadership and life skills, interactive workshops to address challenges, guest speakers and more. The conference is for girls ages 13 and older and women of all ages including mothers, stepmothers, adult daughters, aunties, grandmothers and guardians. Email thegirlsacademysc@ with questions and register online at The Hub City Spartanburgers play at 4:35 p.m. Visit Sunday, May 25 Monday, May 26 I Am An Artist: Half Day Art Camp is 9 a.m. – noon at Yellowbobbypins Art Camp. Young artists ages 5-11 will dive into a fun and messy abstract action painting experience, experimenting with dribbles, drips, and splatters to create a dynamic masterpiece. Campers will also make their very own necklaces or keychains using Shrinky Dinks. The cost is $50 per child, sibling discount available, registration required. Visit Toddler Story Time is at 10 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 and younger. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 9:30 a.m. See details at Preschool Story Time is at 11 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 – 5. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 10:25 a.m. See details at Preschool Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Boiling Springs Library. Ages 3 – 5. For details, visit Garden Sprouts is 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. at the South Carolina Botanical Garden. Preschool children and their caregivers discover the wonders of the Botanical Garden through nature walks, crafts and more. For full details and registration, visit Tell Me About It Tuesday: Giraffes is at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. at the Greenville Zoo. Included with admission. For details, visit The Hub City Spartanburgers play at 6:35 p.m. Visit The Greenville Drive plays at 6:45 p.m. at Fluor Field. For tickets, visit Build A Gnome: Half Day Art Camp is 9 a.m. – noon at Yellowbobbypins Art Camp. Campers ages 5-11 will sculpt their own charming gnome using air-dry clay, learning techniques to give their gnome personality and flair. The cost is $55 per child, sibling discount available, registration required. Visit STEM Story Time for ages 5 and younger is at 10 a.m. at the Spartanburg Science Center. For details, visit Storytime on the Steps is at 10 a.m. at M. Judson Booksellers on Main Street in Greenville. Visit for a story time and sweet treat. The event will move indoors to the children's section if weather requires. Visit The Hub City Spartanburgers play at 6:35 p.m. Visit The Greenville Drive plays at 6:45 p.m. at Fluor Field. For tickets, visit Adventure Boxes: Half Day Art Camp is 9 a.m. – noon at Yellowbobbypins Art Camp. Young artists ages 5-11 will create their own Adventure Box, a miniature world filled with imagination and discovery. The cost is $50 per child, sibling discount available, registration required. Visit Toddler Story Time is at 10 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 and younger. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 9:30 a.m. See details at Preschool Story Time is at 11 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for ages 3 – 5. Ask for tickets at the children's entrance starting at 10:25 a.m. See details at Teens Taste Test: Girl Scout Cookies is at 3 p.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Ages 12 – 18. See details at Nantahala Outdoor Center's Summer Music Series begins tonight at 5 p.m. For details, visit Piedmont Natural Gas Downtown Alive is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at NOMA Square on Main Street in Greenville. Visit Music on Main Presented by Piedmont Natural Gas is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. on Morgan Square in Spartanburg. Visit The Hub City Spartanburgers play at 6:35 p.m. Visit The Greenville Drive plays at 6:45 p.m. at Fluor Field. For tickets, visit Surf and Slime: Half Day Art Camp is 9 a.m. – noon at Yellowbobbypins Art Camp. Young artists ages 5-11 will paint their own version of Hokusai's iconic Great Wave and then create slime with coastal-inspired colors and textures. The cost is $50 per child, sibling discount available, registration required. Visit Teens Play Bingo at 3 p.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Ages 12 – 18. See details at Starry Nights programs are at Roper Mountain Science Center. 'The Cowboy Astronomer' is at 4:30 p.m. 'Invaders of Mars!' is at 6 and 'From Earth to the Universe' is at 7:30 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are required. For details, visit Amp'd Up Fridays is 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. at the Mauldin Cultural Center. Admission is free. For details, visit The Greenville Drive plays at 6:45 p.m. at Fluor Field. Stay for fireworks after the game. For tickets, visit The Hub City Spartanburgers play at 7:05 p.m. Stay for fireworks after the game. Visit The TD Saturday Market is 8 a.m. – noon on Main Street in Greenville. For vendors and details, visit Mountain Biking Basics is at 9 – 11:30 a.m. at Conestee Nature Preserve. For details and registration, visit Storytime on the Steps is at 10 a.m. at M. Judson Booksellers on Main Street in Greenville. Visit for a story time and sweet treat. The event will move indoors to the children's section if weather requires. Visit The Hub City Spartanburgers play at 4:35 p.m. Visit The Greenville Drive plays at 6:45 p.m. at Fluor Field. Saturdays on the Districtis family-friendly event that takes place before every Saturday home game. Held on the pedestrian-friendly District 356 (Field Street), there is no admission and activities include inflatable games, live music, face painting, balloon artists, food and beverage stations and more. For tickets, visit Healthy start, healthy you – May classes and programs for your growing family Heroes, villains and in between: See original Disney costumes Mental health in the moment Your guide to May arts classes, family fun, learning and more This article originally appeared on Greenville News: Your guide to May's family friendly events
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23-03-2025
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The Bashiri mystery: A 2,300-year-old Egyptian mummy that no archaeologist dares to open
A mummy, known as the 'Untouchable,' was discovered nearly a century ago in the Valley of the Kings region of the ancient city of Luxor. Renowned Egyptologist Howard Carter made the discovery in 1919, three years before he found the magnificent tomb of Tutankhamun. The method used to tie the embalming cloths of this ancient corpse has not been used on any other mummy. The wrapping of the fabrics has created an intricate pattern on the mummy's face which resembles the architectural design of Egypt's famous pyramids. The amount of precision and finesse in the mummy's packaging suggests that this individual was a very important figure in ancient Egyptian society. But the identity of the body remains unknown, as opening the mummified cloths to study it may irreparably damage this unique mummification technique. Related 4,000-year-old tablets found in Iraq reveal ancient red tape Scientists have used other methods to look inside of it and have found clues about its identity. CT scans and X-rays, performed without ever touching the mummy, have revealed to researchers that the mummy of 'Bashiri' was a man about 167 centimetres tall. Scholars argue that the mummy dates back to the Ptolemaic period, between the 2nd and early 3rd centuries BCE. The art of mummification was at its peak during this era. The mummy offers a unique view of burial rites during the Ptolemaic period and is currently kept in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. The cloth roles and drawings on the mummy's face resemble the architectural design of Egyptian pyramids, which may indicate the degree of respect and high status of this individual in society. Related British-Egyptian archaeologists reveal pharaoh's tomb after nearly a century in 'significant find' Archaeologists unearth 4500-year-old Ancient Egyptian tomb with astonishing treasures But why can't scientists unravel this mummy? Opening the mummy's cloth is the most direct way to obtain information about the remains within it. But these fabrics are very delicate and fragile, and damaging them would destroy the only known example of this mummification technique. For this reason, specialists have used non-invasive methods such as CT scans and X-rays. The researchers say observing the mummy's decorative appearance offers information about this person's place in life. For example, the lateral lock on his chest is made of several rows of beads and has barbs in the shape of a hawk's head, which is considered a sign of wealth and influence. The bodice covering the mummy's body contains scenes of the deceased lying on a bed surrounded by the deities Isis and Nephthys. Also present at his side are the four sons of the god Horus, child of Isis. Join Euronews Farsi Telegram Channel The veneer of the mummified feet also features two depictions of Anubis, the god of burial. These details suggest that this individual was a very wealthy and important man, but none of these clues have led to the discovery of his name. The only extant indication of this individual's identity is an inscription hastily written inside his tomb, which may be the name 'Bashiri' or 'Neno'. However, experts have so far been unable to determine with certainty which name is the correct one. Specialists continue to use non-invasive methods to study these amazing remains and may uncover more clues about the mummy's identity. Until then, Bashiri's mummy will remain shrouded in a halo of mystery.
