Auguste Mariette's Memorial: A Tribute to Egyptology's Pioneers

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Honoring Auguste Mariette and the pioneers of Egyptology in the gardens of Cairo's Egyptian Museum.

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Auguste Mariette’s Memorial

Located in the garden of the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, the Auguste Mariette's Memorial honors the French Egyptologist who founded the Egyptian Antiquities Service and the Bulaq Museum. The memorial features Mariette's sarcophagus and a statue surrounded by busts of prominent figures in Egyptology.

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26WM+Q5C, Qasr El Nil, Ismailia, Cairo Governorate, 4272083, EG

Monday 9 am-3 pm
Tuesday 9 am-3 pm
Wednesday 9 am-3 pm
Thursday 9 am-3 pm
Friday 9 am-3 pm
Saturday 9 am-3 pm
Sunday 9 am-3 pm

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Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Auguste Mariette’s Memorial.

Visit the memorial early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid crowds and enjoy a more peaceful experience.
Take time to read the inscriptions and learn about the Egyptologists commemorated with busts around Mariette's sarcophagus.
Combine your visit to the memorial with a tour of the Egyptian Museum to gain a deeper understanding of ancient Egyptian history and culture.

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Getting There

Walking

From the main entrance of the Egyptian Museum, proceed through the garden towards the western end. The Auguste Mariette Memorial is located on the left side, a short walk from the entrance. There is no additional cost to visit the memorial as it is located within the museum grounds.
Public Transport

Take the Cairo Metro to the Sadat Station, which is located at Tahrir Square. The Egyptian Museum is a short walk from the station. Upon entering the museum grounds, follow the path to the left to find the Auguste Mariette Memorial. The current price for a regular bus ticket is 9 EGP.
Taxi

Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Careem are readily available in Cairo. Request a ride to the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. From the museum entrance, walk through the garden to the left to find the Auguste Mariette Memorial. A short taxi ride within downtown Cairo typically costs between 30-50 EGP.

Discover more about Auguste Mariette’s Memorial

The Auguste Mariette's Memorial, situated in the garden of the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, stands as a tribute to the life and work of Auguste Mariette, a pivotal figure in Egyptology. Mariette, a French scholar and archaeologist, is renowned for establishing the Egyptian Antiquities Service in 1858 and founding the Bulaq Museum, which later evolved into the Egyptian Museum.The memorial itself is a semi-circular marble structure that houses Mariette's sarcophagus and statue. Encircling these are 26 busts commemorating influential Egyptian and foreign Egyptologists who contributed significantly to the field. These busts honor individuals who served as directors or curators at the Egyptian Museum and helped shape the early study of ancient Egypt. Among those honored are Labib Habachi, Samy Gabra, Selim Hassan, Ahmed Kamal, Zakaria Goneim, Jean-François Champollion, Amedeo Peyron, Willem Pleyte, Gaston Maspero, and Peter le Page Renouf.Mariette's impact extends beyond the memorial. He played a crucial role in restricting the sale and export of antiquities, ensuring that new discoveries remained within Egypt. He also spearheaded excavations at significant sites like Saqqara, where he unearthed the Serapeum. His efforts laid the foundation for the preservation and study of Egypt's rich cultural heritage. The memorial serves as a reminder of his contributions and the collective efforts of those who dedicated their lives to understanding ancient Egypt.