Director's Letter By now, most of you will have heard of the decision made by Brandeis University trustees to close their Rose Art Museum and sell off the collections to bolster operating revenue. The Brandeis statement quoted president Jehuda Reinharz as viewing the decision to close the museum as ”very difficult,” but “an important step in the ongoing resource management and allocation process” that the university needs. The Brandeis decision is extremely disturbing on so many fronts. I have heard from many of you with concerns and questions. Read More
	NEW ADDITIONS, EXTENDED HOURS, A SURPRISE DISCOVERY, AND EGYPTOMANIA IN MARCH With significant additions to the Egyptian collection, continued focus on environmental sustainability, use of social media, a surprise discovery in a Roman altar, Dr. Zahi Hawass’ visit, and extended hours, the Carlos Museum has news to share.Read More
	EMORY HONORS PHILIP GLASS AND EDUCATION HIGHLIGHTS In January, Emory President, James Wagner, presented composer Philip Glass with one of Emory’s highest honors. The Office of Educational Programs at the Carlos Museum played a significant role in bringing Glass to Emory and is preparing for many more exciting events, including Tibet Week and Camp Carlos 2009.Read More
	NEW IN THE GALLERIES: WORKS ON PAPER AND THE CARLOS COURT The Works on Paper highlights in the John Howett Gallery have been split into two parts due to their size. Now on view are outstanding works from modern and contemporary masters. The Greek and Roman galleries, the Carlos Court, have seen a rearrangement of well-loved objects.Read More
	A RARE AMULET: THE POLITICS OF MAGICAL CHARMS Dr. Peter Lacovara writes about magical charms in ancient Egypt. The “Pesesh-kef” amulet is one of the rarest examples gifted to the Carlos Museum and played a unique role in “the democratization of the afterlife.”Read More
	FROM THE LAND OF THE PHARAOHS TO ATLANTA’S PHARAOH’S PALACE The Carlos Museum patrons and friends continue to support the Museum. Some have explored Egypt’s finest historical sites and some are preparing for the Museum’s signature fundraising event, “Veneralia,” at the Civic Center’s Pharaoh’s Palace on April 4, 2009.Read More
	THANGKA PAINTING FOR CHILDREN, DIVINE BEASTS, AND MORE The Office of Educational Programs has planned a stellar slate of family programs including a Zoo Atlanta collaboration, Thangka painting for children as part of the Tibet Week programming, and a boy scout Archeology Badge day.Read More
	ART MEETS SCIENCE AND MORE With record numbers attending educational events and demand for more interdisciplinary lectures and workshops on the rise, the next months will keep the Museum busy presenting events from Dr. David Silverman’s lecture on blessings and curses of ancient Egypt to a discussion called Whale Sharks and Female Shamans.Read More
	NOTHING BETTER THAN A BOOK, COFFEE, AND A SPRING CLEARANCE SALE Visit the Carlos Museum bookshop for the latest highlights and spring deals. The Bookshop stocks hundreds of titles on art, archaeology, history, and mythology for both adults and children.Read More