Mahmoud Mukhtar Museum, Art museum in Cairo, Egypt.
Mahmoud Mukhtar Museum is an art museum in Cairo that spreads across multiple exhibition rooms on two floors. The collection features sculptures crafted from various materials including bronze, stone, and marble arranged throughout the space.
The building was designed in 1919 and preserves the artistic legacy of a key figure in Egyptian art history. The institution developed to showcase this artist's works and influence on modern sculpture in Egypt.
The sculptures throughout the museum depict Egyptian themes and national symbols that visitors notice while walking through the rooms. The works tell stories about important figures and events in Egyptian history through the perspective of one artist.
The museum sits in an identifiable district and is straightforward to locate by following the street address. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes and allow time to browse through all the exhibition areas on both levels at a relaxed pace.
A distinctive aspect of this place is that there is a burial chamber below ground connected to the institution. This gives it dual importance as both an exhibition space and a memorial site.
Address: El Tahrir, Zamalek, Cairo Governorate 4270001
Website: http://egyptianmuseums.net/html/mahmoud_mukhtar_museum.html
GPS coordinates: 30.04064,31.22297
Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:04
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