EXHIBIT OPENING
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The children had a great time colouring at the opening.
Exhibit creator Dr. Elizabeth Peterson cutting the ribbon.
Exhibit creator Dr. Elizabeth Peterson giving an animated reading of the Story of the Shipwrecked Sailor.
The opening was a "Bring Your Own Crayon" event.
MAE Director Barbara Winter giving an opening speech on the exhibit.
Although the colouring books were popular, the floor quickly became part of the artwork too.
MAE Director Barbara Winter connecting with her inner child.
MAE Research Associate Shea Henry talking to some of our guests about a collection of artifacts from Africa.
The aftermath of the colouring book frenzy.
The MAE staff celebrating a successful opening by doing their own colouring.
Exhibit creator Elizabeth Peterson kicking off the grand opening with a reading of the Story of the Shipwrecked Sailor.
On February 28, 2017, the museum welcomed students from University Highlands Elementary School for the grand opening of the exhibit "Sailing the Red Sea: Egyptian Maritime Explorations." The opening, which was also attended by faculty and community members, was a BYOC (Bring Your Own Crayon) event, was the first of its kind at the SFU Museum. Visitors could explore the panels on Mersa/Wadi Gawasis or the Story of the Shipwrecked sailor. As they nibbled on some food, they listened to an animated reading of the Story of the Shipwrecked Sailor and speeches from both Dr. Barbara Winter, MAE Director, and Dr. Elizabeth Peterson, the exhibit creator. If you missed the exhibit opening, don't panic! The exhibit will be on display at the SFU Museum through the summer!
"Thank you to everyone who came and celebrated the opening of our new exhibit on Tuesday afternoon. And a special thank you to the K-1 class from University Highlands Elementary School for helping us open the exhibit and making it the best BYOC event ever!"
- Dr. Elizabeth Peterson