Champollion and Champagne: 200 Years of the Decipherment of Hieroglyphs

1155 E. 58th St.,Chicago IL 60637

22 September, 2022

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200 Years ago, Champollion successfully deciphered Hieroglyphs, Hieratic, and Demotic. Join us at the OI for a free community event that celebrates this historic achievement which transformed our view of ancient Egypt (Kemet). The OI opens its doors after hours for tours of the Egyptian galleries; a talk by UChicago Associate Professor, Brian Muhs; scavenger hunts; decoding lessons; and a Champagne toast!