National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) in Cairo
Middle East

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC)

Cairo · Egypt · Founded 2017

A vast new museum in Fustat that traces Egypt from prehistory through the Coptic and Islamic eras to today.

About National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC)

Partially opened in 2017 and inaugurated fully in 2021, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Old Cairo's Fustat district covers Egyptian history holistically — pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Coptic, Islamic, and modern.

The Royal Mummies Hall, opened with the Pharaohs' Golden Parade, displays 22 royal mummies in a sober, atmospheric setting.

Collections & Highlights

Royal Mummies Hall
Textiles and craftsmanship galleries
Lake Ain al-Sira setting
Coptic and Islamic objects

Frequently Asked Questions

A small ask before you go

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