Start Date
4 November, 2025
There will be 5 weekly meetings on Tuesday, 11am - 1pm, starting from 4 November.
Overview
Using material culture and texts, this course will examine the lives of the workforce of ancient Egypt. We will be focussing on the creative occupations of musicians and dancers, hairdressers and manicurists, artists, and the female roles of nurse, tutor and midwife. This course will develop participants' knowledge of the skills, training, working conditions and career prospects of the ancient Egyptians. We will consider who held these roles and how they acquired these positions. A visit to the Garstang Museum is included where students will be able to handle objects from ancient Egypt related to the professions. No prior knowledge is required just an inquisitive mind.
Syllabus
Week 1 – Midwives/nurses/tutors
Week 2 – Musicians and Dancers
Week 3 - Hairdressers and Manicurists
Week 4 – Artisans
Week 5 – Handling session Garstang
Please note that the ‘last date available to book’ date is only a guide. We reserve the right to close bookings earlier.
In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure enrol as soon as possible. Registrations will not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm.
Course Lecturer: Dr Joanne Backhouse
Joanne completed her PhD at the University of Liverpool in 2016. Her research focuses on the representation of women in ancient Egypt. However, she has a wider interest in the art of ancient Egypt and the evolution of style. She has lectured on the material culture of ancient Egypt for over ten years, in a variety of institutions and more recently online. She is also Chair of Wirral Ancient Egypt Society.
Courses fees: Full fee £80/Concession £40.
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