Coffee with the Curator: Uncovering the Hidden Histories of Palestinian Amulets in the Museum’s Collection
Nov. 4, 2026
Price: $10 + tax
Discover the cutting-edge world of historical research at the Museum!
Our curators are at the forefront of groundbreaking work — whether acquiring new artifacts, curating exhibitions, or participating in global research projects. Now, you’re invited to go behind the scenes.
Join us for this series of casual 45-minute conversations, where you’ll get an exclusive look at some of the exciting research at the Museum. Grab a coffee or tea, and enjoy engaging discussions with our experts. It’s a unique opportunity to dive into history as never before!
Saeedeh Niktab Etaati, Curator, Diasporas and Multinational Communities
Uncovering the Hidden Histories of Palestinian Amulets in the Museum’s Collection
How do we uncover the hidden histories of 19th-century objects in museum collections? What secrets are sealed inside Palestinian talismans? And what forms of protection or spiritual power are they believed to hold?
Join Saeedeh Niktab Etaati, Curator of Diasporas and Multinational Communities, and a member of the Conservation team, for a look into the Canadian Museum of History’s collection of Palestinian amulets. Through a combination of anthropological research, scientific analysis such as X ray imaging, and collaboration with other museums, this interdisciplinary project reveals how these objects were made, used and passed down across generations — and how their meanings continue to evolve within diasporic communities today.
Tickets:
$10 + tax — Adult, Senior (65+)
Free for children aged 17 and under.
Members: $7.50 + tax – Buy tickets here.
Presented in English with simultaneous translation via Wordly.
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