Ancient Cultures: Egypt and Greece

This workshop explores the rise of ancient Egypt, providing a deeper understanding of Egypt’s military, bureaucratic and artistic achievements and influence, up to, during and after the New Kingdom (1150–1069 BCE).

Students will investigate Egypt’s interaction with the diverse cultures around it, make comparisons between ancient Egypt and Greece, and discover how the ancient Greeks encountered the Egyptians and took inspiration from them. Students will explore museum artefacts such as pottery, sarcophagi and armour to:

1. Compare Egyptian and Greek art styles, and learn how ancient Greek art was influenced by Egypt.

2. Explore ancient Egypt’s military development (including weaponry and strategy), responses to invading forces like the Hyksos and the image of the ‘warrior pharaoh’.

3. Explore Egypt’s bureaucratic system and discover why the role played by ancient scribes in recording everyday ancient Egyptian life was so important, both then and now.