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The discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun in 1922 is one of the most important events in the history of archaeology. But what about the people who uncovered the boy king and shared his story with an astonished world? We delve deeper into the hidden stories behind the scenes.

The Tutankhamun Spatial Archive builds on the Griffith Institute’s long-standing commitment to preserving and sharing the complete archaeological record of Tutankhamun’s tomb. Drawing on decades of digitisation work, the project transforms thousands of documents, many never before published online, into a single interlinked database that allows users to explore the tomb and its contents in entirely new ways.

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How the Tutankhamun Archive continues to shape research and public engagement

For over a century, the Tutankhamun Archive has inspired scholars, students, and the public alike. The new Tutankhamun Spatial Archive continues this legacy by expanding how people can engage with one of the most significant archaeological discoveries ever made.

This resource is not simply a digital collection, it is a platform for exploration, research, and learning that connects the past with the tools of the present....

Last updated: 4 November 2025