In 1893, the Graeco-Roman Museum was opened in a small building in Alexandria before it was moved to its current headquarter in 1895. The Museum started depicting various antiquities that dated back to Greek and Roman eras.
Next, the museum was under restoration for more than 15 years to qualify it to be one of the most important museums in the Mediterranean area, and to symbolize the mutual Egyptian-Greek history.
The new display scenario will shed the light on the form of Egypt’s rulers during Ptolemaic era, in addition to displaying the concept of Roman Alexandria Society.
Also, it will focus on the scientific importance of Alexandria and how it was a destination for all philosophers and scientists.
The Alexandrian scene of art in ancient Alexandria and the funeral ceremonies that were known at that time including religious beliefs will be symbolized through exhibiting coffins, mummies, and Fayoum Portraits.
Crowns, statues, textile, murals, decorations, and coins that reflect the Byzantium and Coptic arts will be added to the new scenario.
Moreover, several pieces referring to the trade activity of the city and its popular professions at that time in Egypt will be included.
A hall for VIP persons, conference hall, library, and a hall for museum-related workshops and activities will be attached to the museum.
Contributed by: Rana Atef
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