King Tut Exhibition Opens at Saunders Castle in Boston

The new 'Discovering King Tut's Tomb' exhibit features museum-quality replicas and an Oculus VR experience.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A new exhibition recounting the 1922 discovery of King Tutankhamun's tomb through the eyes of famed Egyptologist Howard Carter is opening to the public on Saturday, February 21st at Saunders Castle at Park Plaza in Boston. The exhibit will offer guests the opportunity to visit replicated chambers of the tomb, including the shrines, sarcophagus, and nested coffins, as well as an Oculus virtual reality experience to relive the moment when Carter first entered the tomb.

Why it matters

The exhibition aims to educate guests on the rich tapestry of ancient Egyptian culture, including the significance of the Nile River, the pantheon of gods, the mummification process, and the life and legacy of the boy king, Tutankhamun. It provides a unique opportunity for visitors to immerse themselves in this pivotal moment of archaeological discovery.

The details

The 'Discovering King Tut's Tomb' exhibition features handcrafted, museum-quality replicas created by Egyptian artisans, as well as animated storytelling to bring the discovery to life. Guests will be able to explore the replicated chambers of the tomb, including the shrines, sarcophagus, and nested coffins that safeguarded the young pharaoh's mummy. Additionally, a state-of-the-art Oculus virtual reality experience will allow visitors to relive the moment when Howard Carter first entered the tomb from an interactive, first-person perspective.

  • The exhibition opens to the public on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
  • The exhibit will run on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., with the last entry at 5 p.m.
  • The exhibit will also run on Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., with the last entry at 6 p.m.

The players

Howard Carter

A famed Egyptologist who led the team that discovered King Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922.

Tutankhamun

Also known as the 'Boy King', Tutankhamun was an Egyptian pharaoh who ruled during the 18th dynasty of the New Kingdom period.

Saunders Castle at Park Plaza

The venue located at 130 Columbus Ave in Boston where the 'Discovering King Tut's Tomb' exhibition will be held.

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What’s next

The exhibition will be open to the public starting on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Tickets and more information can be found at the official website, tutboston.com.

The takeaway

This new exhibition at Saunders Castle in Boston provides a unique opportunity for visitors to immerse themselves in the remarkable discovery of King Tutankhamun's tomb, learning about ancient Egyptian culture and the legacy of the 'Boy King' through high-quality replicas and cutting-edge virtual reality technology.