Welcome to the Essex Egyptology Group. We have a varied programme of monthly talks alternating between online and in person. Visit our Meetings page to view our 2025 programme and our Membership page for details on how to become a member.
Next meeting: Sunday 3 August, 15.00
Nefertiti’s Sun Temple: Queenship and Death at Amarna with Dr Jacquelyn Williamson
Date: Sunday 3 August, 15.00
Location: Online on Zoom
Tickets: Free for members | £6 guests. Guests should book in advance via Eventbrite >>
This lecture will present several reconstructed scenes and inscriptions from Nefertiti’s sun temple that shed light not only on Nefertiti, but also on the afterlife beliefs of the period, which are mostly unknown.
Formed in 2005, the Essex Egyptology group has a varied membership which enjoys a stimulating programme of talks. Speakers have included Rosalind Janssen, Dr Aidan Dodson and Dr Elena Pischikova. To learn more about us please see our other pages on this site.
