In a special event entitled “Civilization and Peoples,” the Museum of Civilization celebrated living heritage by presenting a group of interactive activities that reflect the diversity of cultures and peoples. Videos and photos were presented documenting the events that witnessed a large turnout from visitors who enjoyed a unique experience that combines art and heritage. Interactive workshops were also organized for children and adults to enhance cultural awareness of the importance of preserving living heritage, which forms an essential part of the identity. Peoples In this way, the museum seeks to spread awareness and enhance pride in the rich heritage possessed by each of the different societies.
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization is hosting an event "Civilization and peoples"
During Friday and Saturday, October 17 and 18, 2025, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Fustat hosted the international cultural event. "Civilization and peoples"which comes as part of the museum’s ongoing efforts to celebrate intangible cultural heritage and promote civilizational dialogue between nations, as this event constitutes a unique platform that combines the authenticity of Egyptian civilization with the creativity and diversity of the heritage of the peoples of the world, which reflects the identity of humanity.
In an exclusive interview with the Egypt News website, Nancy Ammar, responsible for events management at the National Museum of Civilization, explained that the event "Civilization and peoples" It is a celebration of the living heritage of peoples, which is considered a fundamental pillar of human identity and a mirror that reflects global cultural and artistic diversity. This event, which is held in cooperation with a number of cultural and tourism institutions, artists and craftsmen, brings together the ancient Egyptian heritage and the arts of multiple global cultures, which enhances cultural dialogue between peoples and introduces the value of intangible heritage.
Diverse event programme
The event program includes a variety of interactive activities and exhibitions that meet the passion of various visitors. The Traditional Arts and Crafts Exhibition includes live and interactive workshops presented by Egyptian artists specialized in the fields of pottery, weaving, embroidery, and wicker, giving the public the opportunity to see the creative process up close and experience it. The museum also presents musical performances and popular arts that represent the artistic diversity of Egyptian heritage. And global.
In addition, a unique art exhibition for the art of candy sculpting will be held, where the creativity of different cultures that translate heritage with innovative artistic colors and flavours. The event also includes specialized workshops for pottery making and traditional arts in cooperation with the Heritage Crafts School of Applied Technology, in addition to workshops for teaching miniature arts and drawing on glass and ceramics. The museum also hosts a photographic exhibition. It documents the features of the cultural identity of the peoples of the world, while highlighting the greatness of Egyptian civilization, and a live display of the arts of Arabic calligraphy and decoration in cooperation with the Al-Qalam Foundation for the art of Arabic calligraphy.
