Musee Champollion (NEW!) - Egyptology deciphering of The Rosetta Stone

== Introduction / Background ==

Our first visit to a new local museum renovated/created by the Department:

A most recently opened museum covering the life and works and accomplishments of the brothers Champollion (born and studied in Grenoble/Isere) and their contribution to modern Egyptology including the translation/deciphering of The Rosetta Stone.

"Installed in the historic family property (chateau) of Champollion in Village of Vif, the Champollion Museum presents the life and work of Jean-François, famous decipherer of hieroglyphs, and his older brother Jacques-Joseph, also renowned intellectual. Within the house, the reconstructed spaces, personal objects and work notes plunge you into the intellectual effervescence of the early 19th century. From Isère to the banks of the Nile, witness the rediscovery of Egypt and the birth of Egyptology. Also enjoy the garden and the park, restored in the spirit of the 19th century."

== Plan / Agenda ==

• 13:00->13:20 We will meet/queue at the bus stop [ Vallier - Libération ] and board TAG bus [ 25 ]
• 13:24 Depart/Ride Bus to Vif
• 14:05 Arrive in Vif
• 14:15 Begin Museum Visit
• 15:45 End of Museum Visit
• 15:45-16:00 Board Return TAG bus [ #25 ] at Vif Marrie towards Grenoble
• 16:30: Arrive back in Grenoble
• After: Possibly cocktail/beef/coffee/bubble tea after!

== Current Temporary Exhibitions ==

https://musees.isere.fr/expo/musee-dauphinois-egyptomania-la-collection-jean-marcel-humbert
EGYPTOMANIA
THE JEAN-MARCEL HUMBERT COLLECTION
Nov 5 , 2022 --> Until ---> NOV 27, 2023
"Egyptomania refers to the phenomenon of fascination with ancient Egypt and more specifically all forms of creation inspired by the culture of the Pharaohs of the Nile. These Western reinterpretations have been expressed for more than two centuries in the fields of spirituality, decorative arts, literature, entertainment, cinema, architecture, etc. Often very far from ancient culture, they respond to the pleasure from fear, in search of the irrational and mystery, to the construction of a representation of a fantasy Orient."

== Additional Links to the Museum ==

Until the event begins, one can read and watch and listen to more about the museum on social media at:

• https://musees.isere.fr/musee/musee-champollion
• https://goo.gl/maps/iz2MVS8MoA3KKUtm7
• https://www.instagram.com/museechampollionisere/
• https://www.facebook.com/MuseeChampollionIsere/
• [...]

== What to Bring ==

* Comfortable Shoes
* Faire/Fare/Money for the Bus Ticket (EUR 5 maybe, it is EUR 1.70 in both directions), a French Phone (Pay by SMS), or an Oura card
* Bottle of Water
* Cell phone charger/battery
* An open mind >:}

== 💡 Rules of The Day 💡 ==

• 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️ The group is about cultural exchange, language learning, education, active lifestyle --- and sure, also socializing and making platonic friends BUT NOT about flirting or speed dating! We want everyone to feel comfortable during our events. ⛔
• Be sure to support the museums by buying a small gift, even if just a Post Card to send home to the family and friends.
• Don't be (too) late 😇 We have a large 15 minute queue window. If you arrive after we depart, call my mobile and we'll find a way for you to connect with us down the road.
• If you finally can't join us, please unsubscribe from the event or at least write a message here to announce your cancellation. 💜 That way, we won't wait for you 💜
• 💟 You are responsible of your own health and security
• If you have any medical conditions that we should be aware of in an emergency, please feel free to contact me privately!
• 😷 COVID-19 rules at the moment: https://www.gouvernement.fr/en/coronavirus-covid-19

If you have any questions, please ask! Feel free to send me a Private Message or on WhatsApp (+1-412-378-3823)