Accessibility
Is the exhibition accessible for disabled patrons?
Yes, both the exhibition and Discovery TSX are accessible for disabled patrons. Wheelchairs, elevators, and disabled toilets are available for those requiring assistance.
Are wheelchairs permitted inside the exhibition?
Yes, wheelchairs are permitted inside the exhibition. A limited number of wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis for visitors to borrow during their visit, and these can be requested at Coat Check.
Are strollers permitted inside the exhibition?
Strollers are not permitted inside the exhibition but may be checked prior to entering at the complimentary coat check.
What services are available for disabled patrons?
For visitors who are sight-impaired, large-print versions of all exhibition copy are available at the entrance to the exhibition. Additionally, transcripts of the audio guide are available for visitors who are hearing-impaired and all videos have open-captioning.
Exhibition Content
Why is the exhibition titled Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs?
The exhibition is displayed in two parts: the first features artifacts associated with Tutankhamun’s predecessors, and explores ancient Egypt prior to Tutankhamun’s reign; the second part of the exhibition features objects found in Tutankhamun’s tomb by Howard Carter in 1922.
How large is the exhibition?
The exhibition features just over 130 artifacts. Fifty of these artifacts came from Tutankhamun’s tomb (of those, only twelve have been seen before in the 1970s exhibition titled The Treasures of Tutankhamun). There are eleven galleries in the exhibition, and the average visit is 90 minutes.
How were the objects on display chosen for the exhibition?
There are thousands of Ancient Egyptian artifacts in Cairo and throughout the world. These 130 objects were carefully chosen to tell a comprehensive story about Tutankhamun and Ancient Egypt before and during his reign.
Where is the Golden Mask?
Tutankhamun’s Golden Mask (or Funerary Mask or Death Mask) is at its home in Cairo at The Egyptian Museum. It is a very popular object that traveled in the 1970’s exhibition; so many individuals have fond memories of it. Because it is so fragile, the Egyptian government has decided that it will not travel again.
Where are Tutankhamun’s mummy and sarcophagus (coffin)?
Tutankhamun’s mummy and his inner sarcophagus are still in his tomb in the Valley of the Kings in Egypt. The outer sarcophagi and shrines are at the Cairo Museum. Neither the mummy nor any of the sarcophagi have ever traveled - in fact, the mummy has never left the Valley of the Kings!
Is this the same exhibition that was in New York in the 1970s?
No, it is not. The Treasures of Tutankhamun exhibition, which was at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 1979, included approximately 50 objects from Tutankhamun’s tomb. Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs is a collection of more than 130 objects from Tutankhamun’s tomb and other royal tombs of the 18th Dynasty. Only 12 of the 130 artifacts were part of the 1979 exhibition.
Is this the same exhibition that was in Philadelphia in 2007?
Yes and no. Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs was at The Franklin Institute in 2007; however, four additional artifacts from King Tut’s tomb have been added to the exhibition since that time.
Where is the exhibition going after New York?
This will be the final U.S. showing of this exhibition.
Who is organizing this exhibition?
The exhibition is organized by the National Geographic, Arts and Exhibitions International (AEI) and AEG Exhibitions with cooperation from the Egyptian Supreme Council of Antiquities. A majority of proceeds will go toward antiquities preservation and conservation efforts in Egypt, including the construction of the new Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) in Cairo.
AEI has many years of experience organizing major museum exhibitions, and with its deep ties to Egypt, National Geographic is providing content as well as context for the artifacts. Dr. David P. Silverman, the Eckley B. Coxe, Jr. professor and curator at the University of Pennsylvania, is the curator, advisor and academic content creator for the exhibition. Dr. Silverman also served as a curator for the 1970s Tutankhamun exhibition.
Planning Your Visit
How long will the exhibition be in New York?
Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs will be at the Discovery TSX from April 23, 2010 through January 2, 2011.
What are the hours of the exhibition?
Discovery Times Square Exposition is open 7 days a week.
Extended Summer Hours:
SUNDAY - THURSDAY 9am - 9:30pm
FRIDAY - SATURDAY 9am - 10:30pm
Please note that last entry will still be 90 minutes prior to closing.
How long does it take to see the exhibition?
The average visit to the exhibition is 90 minutes. There are eleven galleries that visitors may experience in a self-guided manner.
Is there an audio guide for the exhibition?
Yes, there is. The accompanying audio guide for the exhibition is available in both English and Spanish and is $7.00 for all patrons.
Is photography permitted in the exhibition?
Unfortunately, photography of any nature is not permitted in the exhibition or Discovery TSX.
Are food and drinks permitted in the exhibition?
No food or drink is permitted inside the exhibition.
Ticketing
Why do I need to purchase tickets for a specific time?
Advance purchase is recommended due to high demand for the exhibition. When you purchase your tickets, you will be asked to choose a date and time you would like to see the exhibition. For example, if you purchase tickets for April 23, 2010 at 10:00 a.m., you will enter between 10:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. This half-hour window allows us to manage the number of people in the exhibition at any given time to ensure all guests have a smooth experience.
How long should I expect to wait in line?
Guests may begin lining up for the exhibition 30 minutes prior to their ticketed time. It takes approximately 30 minutes to admit all ticket-holders for one timeslot when we are at full capacity.
Can I enter and exit the exhibition more than once with my ticket?
No. Tickets are for one entry per person only. Used tickets will show as such in our system to prevent re-entry, so a guest should be certain to purchase tickets from an official outlet.
How much are tickets?
Ticket prices for the general public range from $19.50 to $29.50 not including NY sales tax. Discounts apply for youth and senior tickets.
For all groups of 15 or more and school group sales, please contact one of the ticketing agencies below:
Group Sales Box Office: 800-223-7565 / www.bestofbroadway.com
Tickets For Groups: 800-840-1157 / www.ticketsforgroups.com