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Egypt on the Potomac 40th Anniverary Seminars is a lecture event hosted by the Embassy of Egypt in Washington, D.C. It takes place Saturday, May 9, 2026 · 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT at Thurgood Marshall Center for Service and Heritage. Tickets are required. Nearest Metro: 4-min walk from U Street (Green/Yellow).
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Join the Embassy of Egypt for a fascinating exploration of Washington, D.C.'s hidden Egyptian connections during this special 40th anniversary seminar. "Egypt on the Potomac" promises to reveal surprising historical facts about the nation's capital that many residents and visitors never knew existed.
The seminar takes place at the Thurgood Marshall Center for Service and Heritage, providing an appropriate setting for this educational journey through D.C.'s overlooked history. Whether you're a longtime Washingtonian or new to the area, you'll likely discover something unexpected about the city's ties to ancient Egypt.