Workshops

Scribe School
Saturday, May 10, at 1:30 p.m.
The Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum invites all aspiring poets, tax collectors, and tomb painters to enroll in Scribe School!
Scribes worked tirelessly to record every detail of ancient life. Starting at a young age, scribes would begin the process of learning over 700 unique hieroglyphic characters, as well as the hieratic and demotic forms of the Egyptian written language. Once fully trained, a scribe could expect to join an elite class of scholars in charge of documenting and running the Ancient Egyptian civilization.
If you feel yourself drawn to the literary life and aspire for greatness, enroll in Scribe School at the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum. Scribes will be given basic instruction in writing in Hieroglyphics, correct posture and form, and will then create their own personal cartouche.
Admission is free with paid entry to the museum.
Participation in this workshop will count towards the Junior Archaeologist Program graduation.
Celebrate Mother's Day with the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum
Sunday, May 11, at 1:30 p.m.
Celebrate Mother’s Day inspired by Bastet, Egypt’s feline deity of home and family. Enjoy family-friendly activities, explore the revered role of cats in ancient Egypt, and visit Maribastet, our remarkable 2,000-year-old cat mummy.
And join us for a celebration of motherhood in our Mother’s Mirror Talk, a 10‑minute live talk and hands on activity with some of the items ancient mothers used for protection, joy, and peace. Learn how their needs and hopes echo in mothers today.
Admission is free with paid entry to the museum.
Participation in this workshop will count towards the Junior Archaeologist Program graduation.
Cleopatra: The Many Stories of the Last Pharaoh of Egypt
Saturday, May 17, at 1:30 p.m.
Travel back in time to the world of Cleopatra to learn some of the many stories of Cleopatra VII, one of the most intriguing women in all of history. We will then work as historians to carefully uncover the many layers of Cleopatra's story, exploring how history is woven from different perspectives.
As we sift through tales from various eras, we'll learn about the art of historiography—how historical narratives are shaped and reshaped over time. Uncover how biases and cultural viewpoints have potentially clouded our perspective of Egypt's last pharaoh. As a team, we will work to evaluate and contrast these diverse accounts, to separate myth from fact and discover the "true" Cleopatra!
Admission is free with paid entry to the museum.
Participation in this workshop will count towards the Junior Archaeologist Program graduation.
Behind the Scenes and Into the Future of the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum
Sunday, May 18, at 1:30 p.m.
Join us on International Museum Day for a special workshop exploring the Museum’s sustainable practices and future initiatives. Learn about our journey toward net-zero carbon emissions, the integration of artificial intelligence—including our AI robot, Thoth—and enhancements to our educational programs to foster inclusivity and immersion. Discover how we’re blending ancient wisdom with modern innovation to shape the Museum’s future.
Admission is free with paid entry to the museum.
Participation in this workshop will count towards the Junior Archaeologist Program graduation.
Perfumes in Ancient Egypt
Saturday, May 24, at 1:30 p.m.
Immerse yourself in the fragrant world of ancient Egypt. Uncover the secrets behind the crafting and cultural importance of perfumes, and create your own aromatic keepsake.
Admission is free with paid entry to the museum.
Participation in this workshop will count towards the Junior Archaeologist Program graduation.
Plant Music
Sunday, May 25, at 1:30 p.m.
What does a plant’s song sound like? Using cutting-edge biofeedback, we’ll turn nature’s electric whispers into melodies you can hear.
Admission is free with paid entry to the museum.
Participation in this workshop will count towards the Junior Archaeologist Program graduation.
Myths of Ancient Egypt
Saturday, May 31, at 1:30 p.m.
Preserved on their monuments and in their writing, the mythology of the ancient Egyptians has inspired humanity for millennia. We invite you to join us at the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum to help us bring some of these myths to life.
In this workshop, our Museum Storyteller will reveal the meaning of some of the most sacred stories and legends related to the deities of ancient Egypt. You will hear the ancient Egyptian creation myths, the dramatic story of Osiris, how beer saved Egypt from an angry lioness, and more.
We then invite you to explore the museum, looking for evidence of these myths in our collection of ancient artifacts.
Admission is free with paid entry to the museum.
Participation in this workshop will count towards the Junior Archaeologist Program graduation.