Ancient Egyptian History: Expert Guides and Resources

Ancient Egypt is famous for its history, architecture, religion . . . the list goes on! Here you’ll find a timeline detailing important periods that shaped this fascinating civilization. Ancient Egypt TimelineHere’s an overview of periods of Egyptian history. Some of the dates and dynasties overlap, especially during the Intermediate Periods, because different kings ruled different parts of Egypt at the same time – all holding the title of king.

Here’s an overview of periods of Egyptian history. Some of the dates and dynasties overlap, especially during the Intermediate Periods, because different kings ruled different parts of Egypt at the same time – all holding the title of king. Predynastic Period The Badarian period: 4400–4000 BC Maadian period: 4000–3300 BC The Amratian period: 4000–3500 BC The Gerzean period: 3500–3200 BC The Negada III period: 3200–3050 BC Early Dynastic Period Dynasty 0: 3150–3050 BC Dynasty 1: 3050–2890 BC Dynasty 2: 2890 –2686 BC Old Kingdom Dynasty 3: 2686–2613 BC Dynasty 4: 2613–2500 BC Dynasty 5: 2498–2345 BC Dynasty 6: 2345–2333 BC First Intermediate Period Dynasty 7 and 8: 2180–2160 BC Dynasty 9 and 10: 2160–2040 BC Middle Kingdom Dynasty 11: 2134–1991 BC Dynasty 12: 1991–1782 BC Second Intermediate Period Dynasty 13: 1782 –1650 BC Dynasty 14: Dates unknown.