Distinguished Lecture
Egypt, Hidden Secrets from Abusir
Secrets Beneath the Stone: Unveiling Pharaoh Sahure’s Lost Legacy
Groundbreaking discoveries from the depths of the Abusir Pyramids—insights that may reshape our understanding of Egypt’s Fifth Dynasty.
For more than a decade, Dr. Mohamed Ishmail has delved into the sands of the Abusir Pyramids, unraveling the silent whispers of Egypt’s elusive Fifth Dynasty. Now, in a once-in-a-lifetime lecture, he will unveil—for the first time—the hidden secrets concealed within the shadowy depths of Pharaoh Sahure’s burial chamber. What lies beneath may forever change what we thought we knew about ancient Egypt’s royal legacy.
October 18, 2025 3:00 pm
See Event Members $36, Public $50
See Admission Located in Burke Baker Planetarium
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This lecture is eligible for 1 hour of CPE credit.
Meet the Speaker
Dr. Mohamed Ismail was appointed as the Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities in March 2024. He has held distinguished roles within the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, including serving as the Director of Foreign Mission Affairs.
His academic specialization lies in the Old Kingdom period, where his expertise has greatly contributed to our understanding of this historic era. His oversight of the development and site management project at the Pyramids on the Giza Plateau demonstrates his dedication to preserving and promoting Egypt’s renowned archaeological heritage. Dr. Ismail is currently the Director of the Abusir Project, leading excavations withing the pyramid complex of Sahure at Abusir.
Thank You
Distinguished Lectures are supported by Apache Corporation
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