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Admission FREE
FAMILY EDITION
11 FEBRUARY – 5 JUNE 2011
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Secret EgyptUnravelling truth from myth11 February – 5 June 2011
This brand new blockbusterexhibition will allow visitors toinvestigate the truth behindsome of the popular myths about ancient Egypt.
Did aliens build the pyramids?What was the mummy's curse? Were the Egyptians obsessedwith death?
The displays bring together over 200 objectsfrom some of the most important Egyptiancollections in the country. Highlights include agiant granite statue of Ramesses II from theBritish Museum, a rare sculpture of QueenNefertiti from the Ashmolean, a gold pendantdiscovered in the hands of a robber trapped ina collapsed tomb and a well preservedmummy of a woman called Perenbast.
The exhibition will display many treasurespreviously unseen by the public includingobjects from Manchester University Museum,the Birmingham Museum collections andBolton Museum.
Shabti box © Birmingham Museums & Art Gallery
The Herbert is proud to be a family friendly venueBuggy friendly H Breastfeeding friendly H Changing facilities H
Kids menu in the café H Dressing up areas H Things to touch H Things to smell HThings to play with H Interactive exhibitions H
Watch our Film Trailer and keep updated on all things Secret Egypt by visitingwww.secretegypt.org.uk
Family Events
Welcome to our Secret Egyptfamily events guide.
We have loads of FREE fun and creativeactivities to accompany the Secret Egyptexhibition. From messy, hands on explorationsfor 1-3 year olds to a special event for childrenand their dads and male carers, there'ssomething for all the family! We also have arange of exciting holiday workshops where youcan explore the mysteries of ancient Egypt.
There is always lots to see and do at theHerbert. Our family friendly robot Herbot willshow you the way so pick up a guide duringyour visit to find out about all the things yourlittle Herberts will love to get up to…
For further information about our FREE familyactivities or to join our families mailing list visitwww.theherbert.org.
SECRET EGYPT FAMILY SEASON 11 February – 5 JuneExplore the delights and intrigues of ancientEgypt with our season of family events, creativeworkshops, trails and games. For full detailsplease go to www.theherbert.org or ask atreception.
We’ve got the Mummy you bring the Daddy FREESaturday 26 March, 1.00pm – 3.30pmA chance for families to grab dads, bigbrothers, uncles or granddads and drop-in foran afternoon of family challenges and dadfriendly activities!Drop in throughout the afternoon.
Tiny Tot Explorers – Sensory play FREEThursday 31 MarchMorning session 10.30am – 11.30am Afternoon session 1.00pm – 2.00pmBring your tots from 1-3 years to a sensory playsession inspired by ancient Egypt. The sessionpromises to be messy and will provide plenty ofwet and dry materials for the children toexplore. Booking is essential as spaces arelimited, please call 02476 294774.
HOLIDAY ACTIVITIESThere will be activities on most days between10.30am – 3.30pm. Please check our websitefor further details www.theherbert.org
The look of the ancient Egyptians FREE21 – 25 February (February half term)A week of exciting activities covering everythingyou need to know about ancient Egyptianclothing, accessories and armour!
Incredible Inventions FREE11 – 15 April & 18 – 22 April (Easter holiday)Join us to discover some of the ancientEgyptians' amazing inventions, which we still usetoday.
A day in the life of ancient Egypt FREE30 May – 3 June (Whitsun holiday)Explore the busy everyday lives of ancientEgyptians including food, hygiene, leisure, workand worship, in this action packed week offamily activities.
Winner ofThe GuardianFamily FriendlyMuseum Award
2010
It’s officially Britain’s most Family Friendly
Museum
Don't forget that when our events and activities are busy, you can pick up ourFamily Trail to explore our family friendly
permanent galleries.
LET HERBOTSHOW YOUTHE WAY!
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Events
Secret Egypt Exhibition Launch FREEThursday 10 February, 6.30pm – 8.30pmJoin us for the launch of our new blockbusterexhibition, and be the first to witness themysteries of Secret Egypt revealed. Please rsvp if you want to attend by [email protected] or calling 02476 294774.
Egyptomania! £10 / £5 FriendsFriday 18 March, 7.30pm – 10.00pmJoin us for an evening of entertainmentinspired by All Dressed Up and Secret Egypt.Enjoy music and learn dances from the 1920sas you are transported back to the heyday ofEgyptian exploration, mystery and intrigue.Come dressed for the occasion! The bestthemed costume will win a special prize.Booking is essential. Please book at theHerbert reception or on 02476 294774.
Secret Egypt: Revealing Objects Tour FREEWednesdays, 2 March, 6 April, 4 May & 1 June1.00pm – 1.30pmChris Kirby and Ali Wells, curators of theexhibition, will be revealing fascinating factsabout some of the remarkable objects ondisplay.
FREEEgyptian Family Activities
JOIN us at the UK Launch!Email your name, address & number ofguests to [email protected] toattend on 10 February
Secret Egypt has been made possible by the generous support of the following organisations.
Kindly supported locally by IKEA and Touch FM
Coventry Heritage & Arts Trust Ltd. Registered charity number 1124704
Herbert Art Gallery & Museum Jordan Well, Coventry CV1 5QPT: 02476 832386E: [email protected]: www.theherbert.org
Monday – Saturday 10.00am – 4.00pmSunday 12.00pm – 4.00pm
Facebook The-Herbert-Art-Gallery-Museum-CoventryFlickrwww.flickr.com/photos/theherbert/Twitter www.twitter.com/The_HerbertVimeowww.vimeo.com/channels/herbertYouTubewww.youtube.com/user/HerbertArtMusBlog www.theherbert.wordpress.comMicrosite www.secretegypt.org.uk
Information for People withDisabilities
Parking for Blue Badgeholders is on BayleyLane opposite the
entrance to the Herbert.Lift access and accessibletoilets are available.
BusThere is a bus stop justoutside the Art Galleryand Museum.
For more information aboutcity centre routes please call02476 817035
TrainThe museum is a shortwalk from CoventryStation.
Rail information can be foundon 08457 484 950
CarThe museum isconveniently situatedin the heart of
Coventry City Centre. Thereare a number of public carparks nearby (see map abovefor full details). Alternatively apark and ride service for thecity centre is operated fromWar Memorial Park in the southof the city and from AustinDrive, Courthouse Green inthe north.
GETTINGHERE
If you require this information in another format please contact us on 02476 832386All information correct at time of going to press. We reserve the right to change or cancel events or exhibitions without prior notice.Please check our website before your visit.
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Car park postcodes 1 Cox Street, CV1 5LW 2 Lower Ford Street, CV1 5PW 3 Barracks, CV1 1DD 4 Salt Lane, CV1 2GY 5 Silver Street CV1 1HW
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