Conference: Making Waves on the Nile? Change and Continuity in Hellenistic Egypt

The conquest of Egypt by Alexander the Great in 332 BCE marked the beginning of a period of significant social, cultural and economic change. From the widespread introduction of coinage to developments in writing, religion and administration, Hellenistic Egypt combined new influences with long-established Egyptian traditions. This conference explores how these developments shaped a distinct Hellenistic Egyptian society and asks how widely these changes were experienced across different communities and social groups.

Bringing together early career scholars from a range of disciplines, the conference provides a platform to share new research on Hellenistic Egypt, exchange perspectives and explore connections across fields. It also aims to create lasting links between researchers who might otherwise have few opportunities to meet and collaborate.