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Due to massive public demand Tutankhamun – His Tomb and His Treasures, the first big public exhibition at Manchester’s “Museum of Museums” - is to be extended for an extra four weeks.
It will now close on Saturday 26th March before heading to Brussels, where the show will open later in April.
Since opening on 22nd October over 100,000 visitors have seen the spectacular reconstruction of the famous Pharaoh’s tomb and treasures, which has been hailed a huge success by the exhibition’s organisers and ‘Museum of Museums’ management.
Christoph Scholz the exhibition’s Senior Producer said:
“Our success in Manchester is further proof of the strong links between Britain and Egypt.
"Two major Egyptian shows – “The Book of the Dead” at London’s British Museum and our new replica concept in Manchester’s new exhibition complex – are proving the love of ancient culture in the UK.
"It’s pleasing to see, that the audiences in the Northwest has accepted a new and even controversial exhibition concept outside of the city’s established Museums and Galleries.”
Tutankhamun - His Tomb and His Treasures whisks visitors off to an enigmatic world of pyramids, mummies and hieroglyphics.
Ticket holders can see for themselves the one and only complete reconstruction of the most fascinating tomb in human history, with the treasures on show recreated to museum quality.
The reconstruction, built to the exact dimensions of the original, presents the funerary treasure of the legendary pharaoh, just as Howard Carter discovered it in 1922.
The news of the exhibition’s extension comes just as Dr. Zahi Hawass- Secretary General of Egypt’s Supreme Council of Antiquities - announced that the tomb of Tutankhamun in Egypt will be closed to the public.
There will, however, be a replica tomb, which will be opened by the end of 2011.
The replica tomb will draw tourists away from the delicate, ancient site, preventing further damage to the Boy King’s final resting place and preserving it for future generations.
This is a topic Dr Hawass is sure to speak about when he makes a rare trip to the UK on Friday 4th February to present a lecture on Tutankhamun at Manchester’s Bridgewater Hall.
Situated adjacent to the famous Trafford Centre, Tutankhamum – His Tomb and His Treasures is the perfect location for couples and families who are planning a day or two in Manchester.
Bookings for the extended booking period are on sale now.
Make sure you catch this incredible exhibition, which continues to thrill visitors, while you can.
Visit www.tutankhamunmanchester.com for more information.
TUTANKHAMUN – HIS TOMB AND HIS TREASURES
How to Book: In person at the Museum of Museums Box Office (open at 10am), by calling Eventim on 0844 249 1000 or clicking www.tutankhamunmanchester.com
Dr. Zahi Hawass - Adventures in Archaeology
How to Book: In person at the Bridgewater Hall Box Office, Lower Mosley Street Manchester.
Alternatively, call 0161 907 9000 or click www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk / www.ticketmaster.co.uk
