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Online Lecture: King Tut’s Secrets — Uncovering New Clues Through Technology

Program No. 24497RJ
Join us on Monday, Sept. 22, 2025, at 1 p.m. (ET)/ 10 a.m. (PT), for a free one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about King Tut’s secrets.
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A hundred years after one of the most remarkable archaeological discoveries in history, are there still more secrets to uncover about the life and death of Pharaoh Tutankhamun? Join ancient civilization expert and National Geographic photographer Kenneth Garrett as he explores the cutting-edge technology that continues to reveal new insights into King Tut’s world. From CT scans of Tut’s mummy to DNA studies of his family tree and ground-penetrating radar used to examine his burial chamber, you’ll discover how modern advancements are reshaping our understanding of ancient Egypt. Plus, get a glimpse into the Grand Egyptian Museum, set to become the new home of King Tut’s treasures.

General Notes

Your online lecture will take place live over the course of 1-2 hours. All times are listed in the EASTERN time zone. If you live in a different time zone, please adjust your schedule accordingly. This live online experience uses Zoom Webinar, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. You will receive a confirmation email when you enroll, and a reminder email one week and one day before, as well as the morning of the event with a link and instructions on how to tune in. You will not be pictured on screen during the lecture, but you will have the opportunity to ask the instructor live questions using the Q&A box. Unless otherwise noted, all those who enroll in this program receive access to the live event as well as a recording of the lecture that you can watch any time within the two weeks following the live event.
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Kenneth Garrett
Kenneth Garrett is a photographer specializing in the origin of civilization. He grew up in a world of photographers and spent his childhood traveling in Alaska, Canada, Mexico, and the continental United States. He knew from an early age that he wanted to be a photographer. After 46 years of working in photography for National Geographic on all seven continents, Ken has honed his story-telling abilities while embracing the new possibilities that digital photography has enabled. Egypt is one of his main specialties.

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Kenneth Garrett is a photographer specializing in the origin of civilization. He grew up in a world of photographers and spent his childhood traveling in Alaska, Canada, Mexico, and the continental United States. He knew from an early age that he wanted to be a photographer. After 46 years of working in photography for National Geographic on all seven continents, Ken has honed his story-telling abilities while embracing the new possibilities that digital photography has enabled. Egypt is one of his main specialties.
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