Since the late 1800s, women have studied Ancient Egypt, but it wasn't always easy to enter the profession. Here are 8 trailblazers who led the way.

She has published widely in the areas of Gnosticism, ancient Christianity, and Women's Studies ... The newly discovered Egyptian writings elaborate this portrait of Mary as a favored disciple.

Women had special rights ... Not many examples of ancient Egyptian houses have survived because they were built a very long time ago. Houses would have been built of mud-bricks with floors ...

She has published widely in the areas of Gnosticism, ancient Christianity, and Women's Studies ... The newly discovered Egyptian writings elaborate this portrait of Mary as a favored disciple.