The Met: Ancient Egyptians Were African-Americans!

At least we got some solid history out of George Floyd and BLM

Jul 09, 2023

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art, home to the Temple of Dendur, now features a rooftop garden display that re-imagines Ancient Egyptians as African-Americans.

Actual ancient Egyptian sphinx:

As portrayed by L.A. artist, Lauren Halsey for the Met:

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