How to Find AMUM

Hours & Admission

AMUM is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. except on University holidays and between temporary exhibitions. For details concerning closing dates, contact AMUM at (901) 678-2224.
Admission is free.

Tours

• AMUM offers guided group tours of the Egyptian and African Collections free of charge. Tours may be scheduled Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Tours last approximately 20 minutes per Collection. To schedule a tour, call AMUM at (901) 678-2224.
• Because of space limitations, AMUM can accommodate no more than 60 visitors per tour.
• Tours are appropriate for grades 4 and up.
• Tours should be booked two weeks prior to the requested tour date.
• If a tour must be canceled, AMUM should be notified as soon as possible
• To receive an Educator's Guide to the Egyptian Collection, e-mail the Institute of Egyptian Art and Archaeology. 

Museum Safety and Preservation Rules

• Objects and cases should never be touched.
• No food, beverages or smoking allowed.
• Briefcases, shopping bags, umbrellas, backpacks, and other bulky items should be checked at the front desk.
• Photography is prohibited.
• Notes should be taken with pencils only.