05/19/2026
Happy International Museum Day!
Here is a throwback to my 2010 J-Term trip to Egypt!
I love visiting museums. It's incredible what stories people have uncovered!
Khufu's Boat Museum was a highlight of all my travels. The building is so unique - it was literally built over the excavation site.
The low windows allow natural light to indirectly luminate the historic ship. This avoids UV damage while reducing the needs for artificial lighting.
The shape of the building is meant to contain the ship and preserve it for generations to come!
There is nothing quite like seeing the work of craftsmen who shaped each piece of wood by hand. They crafted the ropes, the connections, everything. To see all of it from every angle is awe inspiring.
This is one of many places I traveled that inspired my interest in serving museums and historical societies. Architecture exists in and around the preservation of these stories.
☑️ DM me if you have questions about your museum or historical society
☑️ I'm a historic architect serving Minnesota, South Dakota, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Michigan
☑️ No matter the age of your story, let me help preserve it for future generations