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The director general of the Grand Egyptian Museum announced that 15,000 newly arrived artifacts, which have never been displayed before, will be added to the museum’s exhibitions upon its opening.
He added during an interview on the Egyptian television program El Hekaya that the museum’s role is not limited to display alone but extends to serving as an international research and educational center.
It will provide scholars with opportunities to study these treasures and uncover the secrets of ancient Egyptian civilization, further strengthening Egypt’s position on the global cultural tourism map.
Tawfik noted that the Grand Egyptian Museum is the largest of its kind in the world, housing more than 100,000 artifacts — some well-known to the public and others never before displayed.
He said the newly added pieces include statues, everyday tools, mummies, and royal belongings that reflect the artistic and cultural development of the ancient Egyptians throughout the ages.
Tawfik emphasized that these additions aim to offer visitors a comprehensive experience that combines educational and historical enjoyment, allowing them to delve into the daily life of the pharaohs and the richness of Egyptian civilization.
He also praised the continuous support provided by the Egyptian state to complete this monumental project, stressing that the museum’s opening will be a global event recorded in the annals of modern Egyptian history.
The director general of restoration and artifact transportation at the Grand Egyptian Museum revealed that the oldest artifact on display at the museum is a stone axe dating back approximately 700,000 years.
He explained that this rare piece was discovered in the Abbassia area and dated through the Nile sediment layers. Zeidan noted that ancient Egyptians used the axe as a primary tool in their daily lives for hunting animals and fish, as well as for cutting grass.
The Grand Egyptian Museum is scheduled to open on Nov. 1, 2025, as Egypt prepares to host a major international event highlighting its long history and ancient civilization.
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