In 1923 a shipment of antiquities arrived in Reading. They had been excavated in Egypt over a decade earlier. Drawing on original archives, this digital exhibition reveals the story behind these antiquities – their initial discovery and distribution, and the colonial occupation that tied Britain and Egypt together. It highlights some of the key individuals, […]
This digital exhibition focuses on ten women who contributed to the development of the Ure Museum and its collections. It features ten short films on each woman, including audio extracts from records held at the Ure Museum. Explore "Hidden Women at the Ure" here.
Grab your colouring pencils and get inspired by the Ure Museum's collections!
Join Ure Museum staff & students for an interactive online seminar, as part of the Festival of Archaeology. In this interactive seminar curators, musicians & learners will explore the natural resources that are transformed into musical instruments, with an emphasis on the ancient Greek & Roman musical traditions. With musical accompaniment, the seminar will launch […]
Join us in the museum and get the chance to hold some of our reserve collection. For more information please email us.
To coincide with our new temporary exhibition on games in the ancient world- Locus Ludi: Anyone can play! The Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology will have a special open day on Saturday 16th September 10am- 4 pm to celebrate Heritage Open Days with a family event to unwrap ancient games. There will be an opportunity […]