Britain’s Obsession with Ancient Egypt Gets a Bold Boost
Brits just can’t get enough of Ancient Egypt. For over a century, UK explorers and archaeologists have unearthed astonishing Egyptian discoveries, fueling fascination with this Mediterranean titan’s grand monuments, intricate artefacts, and epic mythologies.
Now, The Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge is charging £14.50 for its new Made in Ancient Egypt exhibit—and visitors say it’s well worth it.
Made in Ancient Egypt: Behind the Scenes of Iconic Artefacts
Most Egyptian exhibits focus on the artefacts themselves—where they came from, and what they were used for. The Fitzwilliam flips the script, spotlighting the skilled craftspeople behind these treasures and the ancient techniques they used.
From shimmering glass vessels and ornate coffins to colossal granite statues and the famed Books of the Dead, this exhibit dives deep into the craftsmanship that created Egypt’s most captivating relics.
It’s the museum’s first ever paid exhibition, backed by cutting-edge research and despite squeezed funding and soaring transport costs.
Feeding Britain’s Egyptomania
A paid museum exhibit might raise eyebrows in the UK, but the response has been overwhelmingly positive. This fresh angle is set to stoke Britain’s passion for all things Ancient Egypt even more.
Fans can also catch Egyptian thrills in pop culture. The 1999 blockbuster The Mummy still packs a punch with British archaeology flair and Indiana Jones-style adventure. Meanwhile, Egypt-themed online slots like the popular Eye of Horus series keep the vibe alive on gamers’ screens.
And excitement is building for the new The Mummy movie hitting cinemas in 2026. Unlike past action-packed versions, this one promises full-on horror—a fresh twist to keep the Egypt craze roaring.
The Made in Ancient Egypt exhibit runs until 12 April 2026. Don’t miss your chance to see the ancient world like never before, revealing the incredible craftsmanship that built one of history’s greatest civilisations.
