Architecturally inspired by the Temple of Amon at Karnak, it houses the largest collection of Egyptian artifacts on exhibit in western North …
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Apr 11, 2024
An amazing and surprising museum in a residential neighborhood of San Jse with elaborate Egyptian exhibits and beautiful gardens. Definitely worth a trip. Full review by William B
Mar 13, 2024
You really can spend all day here; there are so many things to read and admire. A lot of care and attention has been put into the displays. We especially loved the example of the tomb that you could … Full review by aj-sunrise
Feb 25, 2024
Where was the bust of Nefertiti! It had always been on display but was not there whe. We went in December 2023. No one had an answer to what happened to it. Full review by Daydream44172242755
Hello, Bob! Can you tell me how long it would take to see the museum in its entirety? I'm flying down from Seattle and want to know whether I need to book an overnight stay or if I can do it in a day. Thank you, Marian Smith
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This wonderful museum is not the British Museum - it is quite do-able in 2-3 hours depending upon your level of interest. It is quite impressive and ahd gardend and a labyrinth, too.
Will a curious and bright 5 year old be frightened? This particular child is quite well behaved and has visited many museums, but I'm concerned that the subject matter might be a bit too much.
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Nothing would frighten a 5-year-old. All the mummified animals and people are in one room, so you can avoid that room if you think the child might be freaked out.
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