King Tut Exhibition to Open in Boston in February

A traveling exhibition about the ancient Egyptian pharaoh King Tutankhamun will open in Boston in February.

Titled “Discovering King Tut's Tomb,” the exhibition will debut on Feb. 13 at Saunders Castle in Park Plaza, Bay Village. Boston marks the first stop in the tour outside Egypt, offering a unique opportunity for visitors to experience the exhibit while it is in the United States.

If you're interested in seeing it, you can join a ticket waitlist to secure your access ahead of the general public. Standard admission tickets will be available for purchase online beginning Thursday, Jan. 15, at 9 a.m. 

According to a MassLive report, the exhibition features “handmade original replicas” of Tutankhamun's artifacts, including the death mask and the golden nested coffins. The original artifacts do not leave Egypt per government guidelines. 

Imagine, the immersive experience company that designed the exhibition, said that “Discovering King Tut's Tomb” offers guests “the only opportunity outside of Egypt for this type of experience.” 

MassLive noted that the experience incorporates high-resolution Oculus VR headsets and an audio tour, enhancing the narrative as guests follow British archaeologist Howard Carter, who discovered the preserved ancient Egyptian tomb in 1922.

During their visit, guests will explore a replicated burial chamber, witness educational animations and galleries on the history of archaeology, and learn about its contemporary practices. Additionally, visitors will learn about mummification, ancient Egyptian culture and mythology, and the enduring legacy of King Tut.

When it debuts in Boston next month, the exhibition will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday, with last entry at 5 p.m. It will also be available from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, with last entry at 6 p.m.

More information about “Discovering King Tut's Tomb” is available on the exhibition's website.