Uncovering Deir el-Medina: Famed Ancient Egyptian Workers Village (Re-Air)

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While many marvel at the grandeur of the tombs in the Valley of the Kings, few know the story of those who crafted these monumental sites. Who were the 100 artisans who worked behind the scenes to build the royal tombs of the New Kingdom, which are still considered to be one of the world's great architectural wonders even until this day? It's time to dive into the story behind the well-preserved workers village and get a unique glimpse into the lives of the ancient Egyptians during the reign of Pharaoh Tutankhamun.

Join New York Adventure Club as we journey back to 1550 BC and explore the life and legacy of the workers who resided in Deir el-Medina, a thriving village purposely built in the Egyptian desert to house the people who built the royal tombs of the New Kingdom, ranging from outstanding artists to the best stonecutters in all of Egypt.

Led by Archaeologist and Egyptologist, Stacey Anne Bagdi, our virtual journey that will shed light on the daily lives, cultural practices, and architectural genius of these workers will include:

• An introduction of Deir el-Medina to understand the geographical significance, historical era, and the selection criteria of this site, along with its connections to Ancient Egyptian beliefs and rituals
• An overview of the site's excavation history including the competitive nature of its discovery, the famous archaeologists involved, and the groundbreaking findings that continue to shape our understanding of ancient Egyptian civilization
• A virtual walk through the ancient streets of Deir el-Medina to unveil everything from the residential houses, temples, and tombs; to the social structure and daily operations of this unique community
• A closer look at the inhabitants of Deir el-Medina: hear the personal stories of the villagers, their roles within the community, their recreational activities, and the historical significance of the first recorded strike in human history
• The decline of Deir el-Medina and the historical transitions that took place at the site following the cessation of royal tomb constructions

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About Stacey Anne Bagdi

Stacey Anne Bagdi is a specialist in Ancient Egyptian religion. She is currently undertaking her PhD in Egyptology on the subject of pilgrimage at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich.

After completing a BA in Archaeology and Ancient History and a MA in Egyptology Stacey launched a career within museums, heritage, and archaeology. She is currently a Curator in West London.

Since 2017, Stacey has been excavating in Egypt at the Graeco- Roman site of Tell Timai, the ancient city known as Thmuis. As well as excavating, she supports the administration and management of the site and is the current recipient of an American Research Centre of Egypt Grant.

Stacey also gives lectures on cruise ships alongside her partner and is the Founder and Honorary Chair of the West Midlands Egyptology Society.

Testimonials

"I love learning about little known archeological sites. Thank you!" -Becky

"I learned about the first strike in recorded history." -Paul

"Great information about an entire group of artisans about whom I knew nothing at all. Fascinating to see how much has been preserved." -Catherine

"The subject of Ancient Egypt. You are not concentrating on New York alone now which I appreciate. Broadening your subject matter." -Beverly

"Very interesting, she kept it moving and was organized. Very informative." -Mary

"Very interesting material." -Sheila

"Presenter was very knowledgeable and her delight in her subject matter was obvious. Additionally, her slides were very informative." -Jacqueline

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