THE EGYPTIAN SOCIETY OF SOUTH AFRICA

Welcome to TESSA

The Egyptian Society of South Africa (TESSA) is specifically dedicated to the study and enjoyment of the glories of ancient Egypt.

Founded in 1996 in Cape Town, our membership is open to everyone who has a fascination with Egypt’s mysterious past.

Monthly public lectures are given, (free to members) with guest experts, travellers and archeologists.

‘Shemu’ Contains news, discoveries and theories on aspects of ancient egyptian life, architecture, religion and pharaonic history.

For Society information, summaries of academic papers, field trip reports and other Society related news.

The society leads field trips and outings to visit museums, exhibitions and other Egyptian artefact collections in South Africa.

Our members’ Reading and Reference library holds 700 books on egyptology and related subjects, together with a selection of video/DVDs and topical magazines.

TESSA assists in promoting interest in the Egyptian collection at the Iziko Museums of South Africa.

Enjoy the benefits of Membership. Click here for more information. Or click on the button below to download our application form.

Ria Robinson (Chairperson) – 082-2295349
Helen Binckes (Secretary) – 073-794 4610
Joseph Koetsier (Treasurer) – 084-774 3972