Tutankhamun: The Golden King and The Great Pharaohs
At Pacific Science Center
May 24, 2012-January 6, 2013
On display for the last time in the US!
Step into one of history's most treasured stories in Tutankhamun: The Golden King and The Great Pharaohs, opening at Pacific Science Center on May 24, 2012. The exhibition features more than 100 objects from King Tut's tomb and ancient sites representing some of the most important rulers throughout 2,000 years of ancient Egyptian history. With more than twice the number of artifacts than the original Tut exhibit that toured in the 1970s, many of these objects have never toured in the United States before this exhibit. Come face-to-face with the largest image of King Tut ever unearthed - a 10-foot statue of the pharaoh found at the remains of the funerary temple of two of his high officials. See authentic objects from King Tut's tomb including jewelry, furniture and ceremonial items, as well as the boy king's golden sandals - created specifically for the afterlife and covering his feet when his mummified remains were discovered in 1922 by British explorer Howard Carter.
Tutankhamun: The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs is organized by National Geographic and Arts & Exhibitions International, with cooperation from the Egyptian Supreme Council of Antiquities. Northern Trust is a proud cultural partner. American Airlines is the official airline of the exhibition.
Ticket Sales
Member and group tickets now on sale! Tickets to the general public go on sale February 16.
| Mon-Thurs | Fri-Sun & Holidays | |
| Adults (16-64) | $27.50 | $32.50 |
| Seniors (65+) | $24.50 | $29.50 |
| Youth (6-15) | $16.50 | $21.50 |
| Child (3-5) | $15.50 | $20.50 |
| Student (with ID) | $24.50 | $29.50 |
| Add the IMAX movies Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs or Mysteries of Egypt for $4.00. Add the Audio Guide narrated by Harrison Ford for $6.00. |
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Members
Adults (16+) $20.00
Juniors (3-15) $10.00
Buy tickets
Complete your experience!
Members- add an IMAX film for FREE* and an audio guide narrated by Harrison Ford for $5.00.
*with free IMAX passes included in membership.
| Mon-Thurs | Fri-Sun & Holidays | |
| Adults (16-64) | $21.00 | $26.00 |
| Seniors (65+) | $18.00 | $23.00 |
| Youth (6-15) | $10.00 | $15.00 |
| Child (3-5) | $9.00 | $14.00 |
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Add the IMAX movies Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs or Mysteries of Egypt for $4.00. |
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| Mon-Thurs | Fri-Sun & Holidays | |
| Adults (16-64) | $23.00 | $28.00 |
| Seniors (65+) | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| Youth (6-15) | $12.00 | $17.00 |
| Child (3-5) | $11.00 | $16.00 |
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Add the IMAX movies Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs or Mysteries of Egypt for $4.00. |
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Call (206) 443-3611 to inquire about special rates for tour operators and private events.
Field Trips
For school field trip ticket prices and information, please download this brochure (3.6 MB PDF).
Complete Your Experience
Audio Guide
For $6 ($5 for members), enhance your experience with an audio guide narrated by Harrison Ford. The audio guide is available for sale in advance or onsite at Pacific Science Center.
IMAX Films
Complete your King Tut experience with one of the documentary IMAX films playing at Pacific Science Center during the run of the exhibition.
Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs
Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs follows researchers and explorers as they piece together the archaeological and genetic clues of Egyptian mummies. These relics of the past create a window into the fascinating and mysterious world of the pharaohs. In addition to increasing our understanding of the culture, religion, medicine, and daily life thousands of years ago, scientists today are reconstructing mummy DNA and deciphering ancient texts to gain insight into modern human genetics and advance medical treatments. To unwrap the secrets of the pharaohs is to perhaps glimpse the future of our own civilization. 40 min. Rated G.
Mysteries of Egypt
Mysteries of Egypt transports audiences to a distant time and place where the Nile River Valley cuts an emerald swath through the desert sands. With its dedicated team of scientists, Mysteries of Egypt explores the magnificent architectural feats, awe-inspiring legends and amazing history of the ancient Egyptian civilization. Float down the lush Nile and soar over the Valley of the Kings, as stars Omar Sharif and Kate Maberly explore the latest discoveries and uncover many of the mysteries that surround these ancient peoples. 38 min. Not Rated.
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Private Events
Now booking private events. Treat your guests to an exclusive event featuring King Tut. Learn more about what a private event at Pacific Science Center entails.
Call (206) 443-2387 for pricing and availability.
News Media
An electronic press kit is available on DVD. If you'd like a copy or would like more information, contact Wendy Malloy at (206) 443-2879 or wmalloy@pacsci.org. You may download elements of the press kit below. All files are PDF documents. Please note file sizes.
Exhibit Announcement - April 14, 2010 - 677KB
American Airlines Background Information - 408KB
Artifacts Pictures/Fact Sheet - 539KB
Exhibition Fact Sheet - 478KB
Exhibit Organizers Background Information - 585KB
King Tut Bio - 424KB
Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs News Release (IMAX film) - 575KB
Northern Trust Fact Sheet - 336KB
Secretary General of Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities, Zahi Hawass Bio - 441KB
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