Spotlight Talk

Conservation Spotlight Talk: Nubian Art

Thursday, November 6, 2025
4:00 pm–4:30 pm
Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf Visitor Center (130.10)
Included with General Admission

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The MFA is excited to present its renowned collection of Nubian art in a new permanent gallery. The gallery features more than 100 objects ranging from ornate jewelry and vessels to a monumental stone stele with the longest known inscription in the Meroitic language. Learn about ancient Nubian history, material culture, conservation insights, and recent excavations of ancient Kush.

With Evelyn Mayberger, assistant conservator, Objects Conservation Laboratory.

Free with general admission. No advance registration or tickets required. Talks meet at Sharf Visitor Center.

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Wheelchair accessible

Past Dates and Times

Friday, March 20, 2026

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Thursday, March 19, 2026

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Friday, February 20, 2026

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Thursday, February 19, 2026

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Thursday, January 15, 2026

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Wednesday, January 7, 2026

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Thursday, November 13, 2025

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Friday, November 7, 2025

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Thursday, November 6, 2025

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Sponsors

Supported by the MFA Associates/MFA Senior Associates Fund for Conservation Programs.