Published December 17, 2012

Southwestern Seminary’s Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibition Closing on January 13

Just one month left to encounter 12 Dead Sea Scroll fragments that have never been viewed publicly

FORT WORTH, Texas – Dec. 17, 2012 – Less than one month from today, on Jan. 13, 2013, Dead Sea Scrolls & the Bible: Ancient Artifacts, Timeless Treasures, one of the most comprehensive exhibitions on the Dead Sea Scrolls to be shown in the Southwestern United States, will close permanently as planned. Visitors have just less than four weeks to take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view 21 rare scroll fragments, including 12 that have not previously been on public display. Southwestern’s exhibition features fragments from Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy, 1 Kings, Nehemiah, the Psalms, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel, Joel, Amos, and Jonah.

Published November 7, 2012

“Dead Sea Scrolls”

In this article written for Fort Worth Weekly, reporter Anthony Mariani explains why Southwestern Seminary’s Dead Sea Scrolls exhibition appeals to everyone, no matter your beliefs.

Published November 5, 2012

“Clay Jars, not memory drives, stored these texts”

Writer Forrest Mims contemplates the longevity of the Scrolls in comparison to modern-day technology in this San Antonio Express-News article. 

Published September 19, 2012

“Smithsonian gave 22,00 pounds of ancient shards to Dead Sea Scrolls show in Tex”

In this article for Examiner.com, a Washington D.C.-based arts/ travel writer highlights all the amazing things you can see at the Dead Sea Scrolls exhibition right here in North Texas.

Published August 24, 2012

“Story behind exhibit as extraordinary as Scrolls”

Want to know how the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Bible exhibition ended up in Fort Worth? The Houston Chronicle takes a closer look at the people and events that made this exhibition come together.

Published August 8, 2012

“Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit takes visitors (way) back to the bible”

Charisma magazine reports why the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Bible exhibition is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for anyone with an interest in history.

Published August 3, 2012

“One-Of-A-Kind Bible On Display In Fort Worth”

Keith Garvin with CBS DFW (Channel 11) News interviews Tim Ternes, executive director of the Saint John’s Bible, which is currently on display at the exhibition.

Published August 3, 2012

“Dead Sea Scrolls on exhibit at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary”

The Examiner.com summarizes the many unique aspects of the exhibition, from the Qumran Simulated Dig Site to the Scriptorium. Plus, the article includes a slide show of various images related to Dead Sea Scrolls and the Bible.

Published August 2, 2012

“Hebrew University scholar praises Dead Sea Scroll exhibition”

Hebrew University scholar Shalom Paul explains why the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Bible exhibition in Fort Worth is so unique and significant.

Published July 20, 2012

“Dead Sea Scrolls, Bible history brought to life in seminary exhibit”

Learn more about the Dead Sea Scrolls and their significance in this exhibition review published in the Florida Baptist Witness.

Published July 13, 2012

“In Fort Worth, Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit Offers Visitors Context, Games, And a Contemporary Manuscript”

D Magazine explains why the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Bible exhibition appeals to everyone, not just those with an interest in religion or history.

Published July 10, 2012

“Sacred Dead Sea Scrolls on display in Fort Worth”

Written for Examiner.com, Edward Lane’s article gives insight into the many sacred pieces on display at the exhibition.

Published July 9, 2012

“The Dead Sea Scrolls and football dreams”

Fort Worth Business Press editor Robert Francis reviews the exhibition in “The Dead Sea Scrolls and football dreams,” while also reminiscing about his early days growing up near Southwestern Seminary.

Published July 6, 2012

“Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit Curators Discuss Authenticity”

Keith Garvin with CBS DFW (Channel 11) interviews Dr. Ryan Stokes, Dead Sea Scrolls translator and assistant professor of Old Testament at Southwestern Seminary, about the authenticity of the Dead Sea Scrolls.

Published July 5, 2012

“Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit now on display in Fort Worth!”

Paige McCoy Smith with WFAA’s “Good Morning Texas” interviews Dr. Bruce McCoy about the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls.

Published July 5, 2012

“Play Archaeologist At The Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit”

CBS DFW (Channel 11) reporter Keith Garvin gives viewers an up close look at what you’ll experience at the Qumran Simulated Dig Site.

Published July 5, 2012

“Dead Sea Scrolls on Display in Fort Worth”

CW 33 reporter Doug Magditch interviews Exhibition Director Dr. Bruce McCoy about the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Bible exhibition and its significance.

Published July 5, 2012

“Dead Sea Scrolls and the Bible Exhibit brings rare treasures to Dallas”

Ellen Ritscher Sackett notes the various components of the exhibition in “Dead Sea Scrolls and the Bible Exhibit brings rare treasures to Dallas,” published in the Dallas Morning News.

Published July 4, 2012

“Seeing the Scrolls at Fort Worth’s Southwestern Seminary”

Gaile Robinson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram’s art and design critic, reviews the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Bible exhibition.

Published July 4, 2012

“Southwestern seminary opens Dead Sea Scrolls exhibition”

Fort Worth Business Press reporter Rob Robertson covers the opening of the exhibition Dead Sea Scrolls and the Bible: Ancient Artifacts, Timeless Treasures.