\u201cThe Waters of Chaos and the Order of Maat\u201d<\/b> is the exhibition hosted at the Palazzo dei Pio Museums in Carpi<\/b>, set up in the Sala dei Mori<\/b>, with a selection of artifacts from the Egyptian Museum<\/b>. It opens from 18 September 2026<\/b> and will be open until 29 March 2027<\/b>. Admission is ticketed<\/b> with entry slots every 20 minutes<\/b>, and a maximum of 20 people<\/b> per time slot.<\/p>\nWhat \u201cThe Waters of Chaos and the Order of Maat\u201d tells and why it\u2019s about chaos and order<\/h2>\n
The exhibition revolves around a tension that, for the ancient Egyptians, was not abstract: the contrast between Isefet<\/b>, meaning Chaos<\/b> (disorder, injustice, falsehood, and violence), and Maat<\/b>, the goddess representing order<\/b>, justice, and universal harmony. The central idea is that these two forces were opposite and complementary<\/b>, and daily and religious life constantly sought balance.<\/p>\n
The exhibition explains how this relationship was embodied in everyday objects<\/b>, magical practices<\/b>, and funerary rituals<\/b>. So it\u2019s not just a \u201cmythological\u201d story: visitors can see how the idea of containing chaos became concrete through amulets<\/b>, ritual texts, stelae, and votive figures. The connection to FestivalFilosofia 2026<\/b> (dedicated to the theme of Chaos) is part of the exhibition\u2019s context and helps explain why this theme comes to Carpi<\/b> in 2026.<\/p>\nUnmissable artifacts from the Egyptian Museum: amulets, Book of the Dead, and bronze sculptures<\/h2>\n
Among the most remarkable collections is the section dedicated to protection: a set of animal amulets<\/b> designed to defend the person in life and the afterlife. In particular, the exhibition highlights eight amulets<\/b> (four shaped like a frog<\/b> and four like a snake<\/b>) referring to the Ogdoad<\/b>, the group of eight deities emerging from the Nun<\/b>, the primordial watery mass associated with original chaos<\/b>.<\/p>\n
Another highlight is the Book of the Dead of Hor<\/b>, a papyrus from the Ptolemaic Period<\/b>, described as a collection of spells helpful for journeying into the afterlife towards the \u201clight of day\u201d. The most famous scene is the weighing of the heart<\/b>, with the deceased before Osiris<\/b> and 42 judges<\/b>, a scene that aligns with the Egyptian concepts of measure, truth, and responsibility.<\/p>\n
Alongside this ritual, the exhibition also features the heart scarab<\/b>, made of green steatite<\/b>, placed among the wrappings at the level of the heart: an object that, even in color, evokes the idea of rebirth<\/b>. The route continues with bronze sculptures like the statuette of Thoth<\/b> as an ibis<\/b> (a deity linked to wisdom) and the statuette of the goddess Maat<\/b>. The display is completed by a blue faience New Year\u2019s flask<\/b>, painted wooden ushabti<\/b> and funerary stelae<\/b>.<\/p>\nWhen to visit the exhibition at Palazzo dei Pio: days, times, and closures<\/h2>\n
To plan your visit, it helps to clearly separate days and time slots<\/b>. The exhibition has the following opening calendar: from Tuesday to Thursday<\/b> the hours are 10:00\u201313:00<\/b>; Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and holidays<\/b> the hours are 10:00\u201318:00<\/b>. The closing<\/b> day is Monday<\/b>, with closures also on Christmas<\/b> and New Year<\/b>.<\/p>\n
A practical detail affecting your planning is the entry method: access is by admission every 20 minutes<\/b> with a maximum of 20 people<\/b> per slot. This means your visit isn\u2019t just \u201cshow up and go in\u201d, but follows a schedule that may affect your arrival times, other appointments in town, and return trip.<\/p>\n
To avoid confusion, it\u2019s best to keep opening hours<\/b> and entry times<\/b> separate: the 10:00\u201313:00 or 10:00\u201318:00 times show when the exhibition is open, but entry is in timed groups.<\/p>\nTickets for \u201cThe Waters of Chaos and the Order of Maat\u201d: prices, reductions, and online sale<\/h2>\n
The exhibition is ticketed<\/b> and prices are: 6 euros<\/b> for a full ticket<\/b> and 4 euros<\/b> for a reduced ticket<\/b>. Reductions apply to 18\u201325 year olds<\/b>, Touring Club<\/b> and FAI<\/b> members, and groups of at least 25 people<\/b>. This is especially useful if you\u2019re organising a group visit or belong to the eligible categories.<\/p>\n
Online sales are through Vivaticket<\/b> from 18 July<\/b> (sales opening date), while the exhibition itself opens on 18 September 2026<\/b>. In practice, sales<\/b> and public opening<\/b> don\u2019t coincide: a detail that helps you plan ahead, especially during busy periods.<\/p>\n
To check ticket availability, updates, and operational details, the best reference remains the official page of the \u201cThe Waters of Chaos and the Order of Maat\u201d exhibition at Palazzo dei Pio<\/b><\/a>.<\/p>\n Since the exhibition runs until 29 March 2027<\/b> and tickets are timed, good organisation makes all the difference: pick the right day, know what time to arrive, and leave yourself time between travelling, tickets, and entry slot. If your schedule includes other commitments (or you\u2019re travelling from out of town), staying overnight can be a practical solution, reducing stress around arrival times.<\/p>\n When a stay is tied to a fixed-time visit, some services really impact logistics. At our Hotel Touring Carpi<\/b>, check-in is from 2:00 pm<\/b> and check-out is by 12:00 pm<\/b>: key info to fit in travel, the exhibition, and your return without hassle. If you arrive before your room is ready, our luggage storage is available at reception<\/b>. If you plan to start early, breakfast<\/b> is served from 7:00 to 10:00 am<\/b>.<\/p>\n Arriving by car may also require a choice: we have a small free car park<\/b> with 5 unreservable spaces<\/b>; alternatively, there\u2019s a private video-surveilled car park<\/b>, reservable<\/b> at a cost of \u20ac12.00 per night<\/b>. If you\u2019re driving an electric car, we offer 2 wall-box charging stations<\/b> (paid and by reservation).<\/p>\n Exhibitions, entry slots, and ticket availability may change during the period from 18 September 2026<\/b> to 29 March 2027<\/b>. For this reason, check current information about opening hours<\/b>, closures<\/b>, prices<\/b>, and online booking<\/b> directly on the event\u2019s official page at Palazzo dei Pio<\/b><\/a>, where you\u2019ll also find reliable details to organise your visit.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re thinking of extending your stay in Carpi to better manage entry slots and times, you\u2019ll find useful info and contacts on our website: Hotel Touring Carpi<\/b><\/a>. To check dates and book, the easiest way is via the online booking and availability page<\/b><\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The exhibition \u201cThe Waters of Chaos and the Order of Maat\u201d in Carpi: dates, tickets and opening hours at a glance \u201cThe Waters of Chaos and the Order of Maat\u201d is the exhibition hosted at the Palazzo dei Pio Museums in Carpi, set up in the Sala dei Mori, with a selection of artifacts from […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":1630,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[23],"tags":[37],"class_list":["post-1628","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-events","tag-useful-information"],"acf":{"riassunto":"Exhibition at Palazzo dei Pio Museums in Carpi featuring artifacts from the Egyptian Museum: scheduled from 18 September 2026 to 29 March 2027. Find opening times for weekdays and holidays, closures, ticket prices, and reductions. Entry is in slots every 20 minutes with a maximum of 20 people. Also includes info about online ticket sales and practical details to plan your visit.","takeaway":"Plan your visit if coming from outside Carpi: timing, entry slots, and hotel stay<\/h2>\n
Where to check up-to-date info and how to book your stay in Carpi<\/h2>\n
What are the dates for the \u201cThe Waters of Chaos and the Order of Maat\u201d exhibition in Carpi?<\/h4> The exhibition can be visited at the Palazzo dei Pio Museums in Carpi from 18 September 2026 to 29 March 2027. It is held in the Sala dei Mori with a selection of Egyptian Museum artifacts.
What are the opening days and hours for the exhibition at Palazzo dei Pio?<\/h4> From Tuesday to Thursday the exhibition is open 10:00\u201313:00. On Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, opening hours are 10:00\u201318:00. Monday is the closing day, with additional closures on Christmas and New Year's Day.
How do entry slots work and how many people are allowed at a time?<\/h4> Entry is not free flow: access is granted in time slots every 20 minutes. Each slot accommodates a maximum of 20 people, so it is advisable to consider available time slots when planning your arrival and visit.
How much are tickets and when does online sales open?<\/h4> Full-price tickets are \u20ac6 and reduced tickets are \u20ac4. Reductions apply to 18\u201325 year olds, Touring Club and FAI members, and groups of at least 25. Online sales on Vivaticket open from 18 July.","dati_strutturati":"