King Tut Exhibition at Grand Rapids Public Museum Tickets on Sale Today

The Grand Rapids Public Museum (announced tickets to the anticipated exhibition, The Discovery of King Tut, will go on sale to the general public on today, March 30.

Visitors will experience what it was like for Howard Carter and his team when they first discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun in Egypy in 1922.

Featuring more than 1,000 scientifically produced recreations hand-crafted by Egyptian artisans, The Discovery of King Tut recreates the awe and marvel of the moment of discovery. Visitors enter an overwhelming treasure trove providing an unbelievable glimpse into the greatest archeological discovery of the 20th century: Tutankhamun’s tomb.

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Through a partnership with Semmel Concerts GmbH ("Semmel"), Premier Exhibitions, Inc. has brought the exhibition to North America, making its third stop on a U.S. tour in Grand Rapids at the GRPM. This exhibition uniquely allows the public to enjoy the magnificent splendor of these priceless Egyptian treasures without ever harming the fragile, sensitive originals – many of which are no longer permitted to tour outside of Egypt.

The exhibition will open to the public at noon May 16, after a museum members' preview that morning.

The GRPM will host a special opening preview party on May 15. The party, titled A Night on the Nile, will feature an evening of exciting entertainment, delicious food, and fun.

Through a special partnership with Founders Brewing Co., a one-of-a-kind beer will premiere at the opening party on May 15. Untombed Ale—a sweet, thick-bodied, low ABV ancient Egyptian beer interpreted in a modern Founders way—will be available at the A Night on the Nile event at the GRPM, and will be poured in Founders taproom while supplies last.

Untombed Ale will be blood red in color and brewed with plenty of wheat and toasted biscuit malt to give it a bready character. Because hops didn’t exist in ancient Egypt, Founders Brewmaster Jeremy Kosmicki will be using herbs and spices in their place; dates and honey are traditional ingredients that will also be incorporated in the recipe.

Tickets for The Discovery of King Tut are on sale via grpm.org, or by calling (616) 456-3977. Museum members will receive discounted admission. Visit grpm.org for more information. Tickets are currently available for the opening party “A Night on the Nile” on May 15 at grpm.org.

The Discovery of King Tut is sponsored by Merrill Lynch/Bank of America, David and Carol Van Andel Foundation, Meijer, Amy and Steve at The Steve Van Andel Foundation, WOOD TV8, WOOD Newsradio, Mlive Media Group, Miller Johnson, Blair & Sara Lachman, Chris & Kim Branoff, Spectrum Health, Kennari Consulting, Scott & Maggie Lancaster, The Haveman Group, Kava House, J. Peterson Homes/Realty, Kohl’s and Western Jewelry Exchange.