Two museums in Glasgow, Scotland, have removed ancient Egyptian mummies from public display due to ethical concerns about consent from the deceased. The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and The Hunterian Museum are changing their policies to align with the International Council of Museums' revised Code of Ethics, which emphasizes the dignity of human remains. The Hunterian will continue to display Lady Shep-En-Hor's sarcophagus but will cover her mummified remains, reflecting a broader trend in museums to reconsider the display of artifacts acquired during colonial times.
Key facts
- Kelvingrove Art Gallery removed mummies due to lack of consent.
- The Hunterian will cover Lady Shep-En-Hor's remains but keep her sarcophagus on display.
- The International Council of Museums revised its Code of Ethics in June 2026.
- Museums are reassessing the display of human remains from various origins.
- Professor Steph Scholten noted varying interpretations of ethical guidelines.
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