Music and movement drum and Dance class
Chad Canfield / TeslaCon Music Director Part 1: Talk and Demonstration on the Music and Instruments of Ancient Egypt Part 2: Drumming for Dance Part 3: Bellydance Lesson Led by Tamarind Tribal
Read MoreThe Egyptian “Book of the Dead”: What is it Really?
Gregory Rihn Many scrolls of instructions have been found in Egyptian tombs, which were intended to help the recently deceased navigate the afterlife, and to avoid or overcome the dangers found there. The most famous of these is the so-called “Book of the Dead,” or “The Book of Going Forth By Day,” which not only…
Read MoreAfrican Stories, Folklore and Mythology
Jade R Rogers Egypt’s history, culture and mythology are well known, but have you heard of the Nubian Kingdom, or Aksum? Ghana, Mali, Songhai, and others, flourished with arts, architecture, culture, mathematics, technology and history. An important part of that culture were their stories and mythos and the storyteller was sacred. We will look at…
Read MoreNovels of Egypt with a Perceptive Eye: Amelia and Emerson, the Mamur Zapt, and Fatma
Georgie Schnobrich Not every novelist was into Egyptomania’s exotic sensationalism; some have been in love with a more down to earth fictional Egypt, with real culture and historical people. Peters, a.k.a. Barbara Michaels, (1927-2013) had a Ph.D in Egyptology and an interest in Egypt’s history and geology–but she was also a romance writer. Many of…
Read MoreThe Kiss Of The Ash; Sticks and Swords In 19th Century Gymnasium Culture
Richard Young A brief description of some features of 19th century British gymnasium culture and combat sports, with special attention to the manuals of R. G. Allanson-Winn and C. Phillips-Wolley
Read MoreThe History of Egyptian Mummies in media
Kathryn & Stephen Poe Come join us as we review the history of Egyptian mummies in media – print, film, gaming to name a few. We’ll explore how mummy portrayal has changed over the years and where to find your Mummy. We’ll include clips from famous (and sometimes infamous) mummy movies and discussions of favorite…
Read MoreA Woman’s Touch
Bethany Davis Well behaved women rarely make History! This panel will look at not-so-notable women of Egypt who don’t make history books, but should have.
Read MoreBling of the Gods: Jewelry in Ancient Egypt
Kathryn Poe Even before the discovery of Tut’s tomb the world had seen many examples of ancient Egyptian jewelry. Some of it very similar to what we wear from necklaces to earrings, rings, bracelets and many other varied items. Jewelry was often made of gold, both precious and semi precious gemstones and more and much…
Read MoreSeven Sacred Oils Perfume Workshop
Nyx Grabe Join Nyx Grabe as she lectures about the properties and history of the seven sacred oils of Egypt. After, these oils will be offered, along with many more, for you to make a custom scent. 5ml Blue Nile and Amber bottles will be supplied as your souvenir vessel. For adults and children over…
Read MoreEVA Foam Make and Take
Magnus Aether In this class, you will be able to practice using EVA foam to make an Egyptian inspired hat pin or hat band. We will discuss cutting, gluing, sealing, and painting props. $10 fee
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