News from the MUSEUM
Findings from the Maidstone Museum mummy scan
Maidstone Museum’s very own 2,700-year-old mummy – Ta-Kush – underwent a full CT scan at KIMS Hospital in September as part of the Ancient Civilisations Gallery redevelopment project.
During the scan, the team had the chance to analyse a number of additional objects from the ancient Egyptian collection.
Initial scans of Ta- Kush found that, while many believed her to have passed away during adolescence, she may in fact have been much older. Evidence was seen of well- worn teeth, loss of enamel, cavities, abscesses in the jaw, and fully erupted wisdom teeth, details which suggest a person who is at least mid-twenties,
possibly much older.
For more information on how to become a supporter of the Ancient Civilisations
gallery and other projects run by the Maidstone Museum Foundation – the museum’s own charitable trust – contact Lyn Palmer on 01622 602862 or email
exhibitions@maidstone.gov.uk today.
CURRENT EXHIBITION Graham Clarke: ‘Now & Then’
Museum Lates Last Thursday of every month
Maidstone Museum Lates showcase art, film, dance, history, and more, with a different theme each month. Our curators will share a special insight into the theme’s collections and often there is a range of activities to be enjoyed.
Admission to the museum is free; however, some Museum Lates activities may incur a charge.
Forthcoming events:
23 February — Romance 30 March — ImaGINe 27 April — Quiz Night 25 May — Japanese Night
This spring sees a host of fun and rewarding events scheduled to take place at Maidstone Museum. From exhibitions to workshops, there is something to suit all ages over the coming months.
- Half-Term Make-It Workshops - Lino Cut Workshop
- Interpretations – Maidstone Visual Arts Network - Japan: A Floating World in Print - Easter Holiday Fun - Japanese Style Arrangement
Want to stay in touch? To find out more about the forthcoming events at Maidstone Museum, and to book your tickets visit
http://museum.maidstone.gov.uk/events today.
January 21-March 17, 2017
Artist, author, illustrator, and humourist, Graham Clarke is one of Britain’s most popular and best-selling printmakers. This entertaining exhibition of etchings, blockprints, watercolours, and sketchbooks spans 50 years of this prolific Kentish artist’s work, demonstrating his unique style found in national collections, royal palaces, galleries, pubs, and private homes around the world.
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http://museum.maidstone.co.uk.
More information on all upcoming exhibitions and events can be found at
www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk Bookings can be made via 01622 602838 and online.
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