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Daily Magic in Ancient Egypt

Time: 11:00 AM | 05:00 PM
On Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Date: 12/02/06 - 11/25/07

Magic played an important role in religions of the ancient world.  Amulets in particular were believed to posess great power to bring protection, health, luck, and even immortality through their images and symbols.  This small exhibition will feature 46 amulets, scarabs, figurines, and ritual objects associated with this belief in the power of magic in ancient Egypt.  Open since December 2, 2006, this Focus Show will be on view through November 25, 2007.

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Bearing Witness: Work by Bradley McCallum & Jacqueline Tarry

Date: 05/08/10 - 08/01/10 Time: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM Bearing Witness is a multi-venue survey of over ten years of work by the artist duo Bradley McCallum and Jacqueline Tarry. 8 larger-than-life mother-and-child portraits painted on silk are suspended from the ceiling in the Walters lobby.

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