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OUR MEMBERS ON ARCE'S IMPACT
BOARD MEMBERS SHARE THEIR THOUGHTS
During the 2009 Annual Meeting, we had a chance to sit down and interview some of our members about their relationship with ARCE and their perspective on ARCE’s role as an organization.
Here, two members of the Board of Governors share their thoughts about ARCE’s impact—on its membership, Egyptology, and the world’s cultural heritage..... read more >>
FEATURED PROJECT
THE MOSQUE OF ASLAM-AL-SILAHDAR
The mosque built in 1344-45 by Amir Aslam al-Silahdar is among the masterpieces of Mamluk architecture in Cairo, but time has taken a heavy toll.
Work by the Comité de Conservation des Monuments de l'Art Arabe in the early 20th century saved the building from perishing altogether, but by 2000, it was in urgent need of conservation.
ARCE and the Aga Khan Trust for Culture partnered to conserve the mosque in 2006, and the project was completed in May 2009..... read more >>
ARCE WELCOMES NEW BOARD OF GOVERNORS
At the April 2009 Member Meeting, ARCE's governance structure was re-made to respond to ARCE's priorities and need for a streamlined Board of Governors.
Upcoming Events
- LECTURE: George Andrew Reisner and American Archeology in Egypt Saturday, July 11, 5:00 p.m.
- LECTURE: Archaeological Techniques at the Lost Cities of the Pyramid Workers Saturday, July 18, 1:00 p.m.
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News
- ARCE President Interviewed in Chicago Tribune
Tue, Jun 23rd, 2009 - ARCE Cairo Center Gears up for New Class of Summer Language Students
Mon, Jun 1st, 2009 - VIEW ALL >>
