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For #FridayFinds - a small token of a #Roman family, found in York and on display at the Yorkshire Museum. Jet was a rare material in the ancient world and was usually reserved for expensive, luxury items. This suggests the token was made for one of York's upper class families.

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#RomanFortThursday Harry's marched to Augusta Treverorum, - #Trier , which history of #Roman occupation dates to #JuliusCaesar. The city prospered through its amphitheatre & circus. Harry's stopped for a quick selfie with the Porta Nigra, the only surviving of 4 gates built around the city.

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Come and dance with us! Happening up on March 22nd is our Roman Dance Workshop 😀 Bring ancient dance styles to life, whilst having fun and staying fit in a historical way! No prior dance experience necessary. See details and register at the link below! www.trimontium.co.uk/events/...

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#OTD The ancient Roman festival of chariot races, Equirria, took place in the Campus Martius on February 27th and on March 14th. It was held in honour to Mars and it is said to date back to the time of Romulus. The Equirria was awaited by all the Romans all over the Empire.

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Happy Birthday to #Roman #Emperor #Constantine born #OTD c 272. He was the first emperor to convert to Christianity, made numerous reforms to the empire & founded the city of Constantinople (Istanbul) on the site of Byzantium. He was declared emperor in York in 306 & ruled until his death in 337.

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Coming up in March, our next Trimontium Talk; Rhythms of Rome: Dance and Identity in the Roman Empire with Thania M. Flores on Thursday, March 13th @ 7:30pm. You won't want to miss this fascinating discussion! Make sure to visit the link below for full details! zurl.co/kAuA5

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The 1st excavations at the #Roman fort of #Trimontium by James Curle began in February 1905 (120 years ago this month!) and were completed in 1910. In his own words, he did not realise 'how large an undertaking lay before me' - to mark this anniversary - Objects and images from Trimontium.

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NEW! On March 1st, come and experience Ancient Rome’s GRUESOME GLADIATORS & LETHAL LEGIONARIES right here at Trimontium. This immersive VR experience will let you train & fight as a gladiator! Full details at link below. Be sure to book early as spaces are limited. 🌟 zurl.co/EgkGv

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News from the frontier!!! 🎉 ⚔️ Sneak Peak to our new exhibit: #Gladiators . If you haven't been to the museum recently, this is your sign! 😃 Planning to visit on 1 March? Check out our new Gruesome Gladiators & Lethal Legionaries Training Day, a hybrid experience.🛡️ zurl.co/FQg4b

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25 Feb AD138 #Roman emperor #Hadrian adopted #AntoninusPius as his son & successor on the condition that Antoninus would in turn adopt Marcus Aurelius & Lucius Verus. Antoninus married Hadrian's niece Faustina. He led a campaign into Scotland resulting in the construction of the #AntonineWall.

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New Mother’s Day Jewellery Workshop! Join us for an informal get together to learn some jewellery making basics, Roman style on March 29th @ 11am. Special pricing for Mother Daughter Registrations (or Mother Son!) so you can take part together. Book a spot today! zurl.co/oSe0V

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#MythologyMonday The satyr Ampelos is the personification of the grapevine and lover of Bacchus. The Greek poet Nonnus tells us Ampelos was killed by a wild bull after he mocked the goddess Selene. Bacchus transformed Ampelos's body into the first grape vine and created wine from his blood.

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Visit our wonderful museum shop either in person or online! We have a beautiful selection of unique items from books, to jewellery, collectibles, and fun finds for the kids all inspired by history 😊 Sunday is really a great day for online shopping! Click below 🌟 www.trimontium.co.uk/online-...

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📖#WorldThinkingDay Marcus Aurelius (121-180AD) #Roman Emperor &Stoic philosopher. His "Meditations" reflect on life's impermanence, virtue & the pursuit of wisdom. Amidst the adversities of his time he remained steadfast in his Stoic principles, advocating reason, self-discipline, & virtuous living

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In Ancient Rome on February 22nd, the celebration of #Caristia or Cara Cognatio took place. On this day there weren't parades or big community festivals, but families used to gather together to remember the dead and, at the same time, to strenghten family bonds.

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Come and dance with us! Happening up on March 22nd is our Roman Dance Workshop 😀 Bring ancient dance styles to life, whilst having fun and staying fit in a historical way! No prior dance experience necessary. See details and register at the link below! www.trimontium.co.uk/events/...

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The Military Way, south of Hadrian's Wall, in beautiful winter sunshine. The Military Way is a modern name given to the #Roman road that was built to the south of the Wall & today part of it forms the Military Way path from Milking Gap near, Milecastle 38, to Walltown Quarry. #RomanBritain

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"Ghosts of my fathers, go forth" - 21st Febmarked the Feralia celebrating the Manes, the spirits of deceased individuals, a day of mourning for the departed. #Romans made offerings at the tombs of their dead #ancestors such as wreaths, bread soaked in wine, salt, grain & violets.

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#OTD 21 Feb 4AD, the #Roman Empire said farewell to Gaius Caesar aged 23. Gaius & his younger brother Lucius Caesar were raised by their grandfather #Augustus as his adopted sons & heirs to the empire. His parents were Agrippa & Julia the Elder. He was married to Livilla.

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NEW! On March 1st, come and experience Ancient Rome’s GRUESOME GLADIATORS & LETHAL LEGIONARIES right here at Trimontium. This immersive VR experience will let you train & fight as a gladiator! Full details at link below. Be sure to book early as spaces are limited. 🌟 zurl.co/EgkGv

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After its success in previous years, we've brought back our Art Competition for 2025! All children can enter until the end of February. Draw a picture of Romans, items in the gallery, animals…whatever you like! Winners across age categories. We can't wait to see the wonderful creations this year!

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#LoveYourPetDay "Alas! poor Poll, my Indian talker, dies! Go, birds, and celebrate his obsequies; Go, birds, and beat your breasts, your faces tear, And pluck your gaudy plumes instead of hair; Let doleful tunes the frighted forest wound, [...]" (Ovid)

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Coming up in March, our next Trimontium Talk; Rhythms of Rome: Dance and Identity in the Roman Empire with Thania M. Flores on Thursday, March 13th @ 7:30pm. You won't want to miss this fascinating discussion! Make sure to visit the link below for full details! zurl.co/kAuA5

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⚔️Battle of Lugdunum 197AD Septimius Severus’ victory established him as sole ruler after the Year of the 5 Emperors & chaotic civil wars. Rival forces totalled 150,000 troops. The more numerous Severan cavalry won victory. Clodius Abinus’ head was sent to Rome & his family murdered.

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A vision of perfection - Kidlaw Hillfort, Lammermuir Hills, #Scotland for #hillfortswednesday - the archaeological evidence suggests much remodelling of the defences over time with traces of what may have once been a palisade trench evident & the outlines of 3 small roundhouses.

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The #Roman fortress of Inchtuthill, Perth, was founded in the Agricola campaign (82-83AD) by the XX Valeria Victrix, the legion that founded Trimontium. 875,400 nails were found there. Inchtuthill was never built over & so provides the only complete plan of a legionary fortress in the Roman empire.

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We are officially re-opened for 2025 and our first Hands on History Workshop is coming up on February 19th. If you haven't attended one just yet, there is no time like the present! Space is limited so be sure to book your spot in advance at the link below 😃 zurl.co/2jmYq

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#Lions at #Trimontium: - A Samian ware fragment depicting lion & gladiators - A shield boss in the shape of a lion's head - A wee bronze lion-head, once a decoration for a casket Symbol of strength, bravery, protection & majesty, lions were common decoration in #Roman monuments.

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We are officially OPEN for 2025 and now is the time to book your spot for our VR Experience! Running daily throughout February. Come and step into history with us! Space is limited so be sure to check times and book your spot in advance at the link below 😎 zurl.co/fg3Hu

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#OTD in 364 AD Emperor #Jovian died suffocating on poisonous heated fumes seeping from newly painted bedchamber walls. He had been on the way back to Constantinople since his elevation in June 363AD but never made it. Jovian was the last emperor to rule the whole empire during his entire reign

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#OTD Today, 17 February, is #NationalCatDay in Italy and the perfect day to feature Archie, one of the #Trimontium Cats. Archie enjoys treats, cat toys, naps in the sunshine and hanging out with his Roman soldier friend chatting about the happenings at Trimontium past and present.

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We are officially open for 2025! So you can once again visit our wonderful museum shop in person. And if you can't come see us in person, Sunday is a great day for some online shopping! Click the link in our bio to have a browse at our online offerings! 🌟 zurl.co/QjDLs

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We are officially re-opened for 2025 and our first Hands on History Workshop is coming up on February 19th. If you haven't attended one just yet, there is no time like the present! Space is limited so be sure to book your spot in advance at the link below 😃 zurl.co/2jmYq

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#Lupercalia was a #Roman pastoral festival observed every 15th Feb to celebrate the end of Winter, the start of seed sowing, purify the city, promote health & fertility. A goat & dog were sacrificed, the Luperci priests cut thongs from the hides & struck women on the hands to promote fertility.

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We know about the famous #Roman love stories -Antony & Cleopatra, Augustus & Livia... But 'ordinary' Romans had love stories too, often unknown. This fresco shows the baker Terentius Neo & his wife; from #Pompeii. Both hold implements of literacy appearing as well educated members of society.

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Romans wore red, Natives were blue, Conquering Caledonia Was quite tricky to do!* (*and they didn’t! Well, sort of….it depends who you ask….) ❤️#HappyValentinesDay from the edge of the #Roman Empire❤️ #Trimontium

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After our winter break WE ARE OPEN! 🌟🎉 Everyone at Trimontium is thrilled to open the doors again & we're looking forward to welcoming you to the museum. We've got some fabulous new shop stock, including an invasion of native playmobil who are a big favourite with our staff.

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Coming up tomorrow! Join us this Saturday, February 15th for Roman Food in Britain with Vibia Sabina. An audience with Vibia Sabina is included with entry to the museum and will be running 11am - 4pm. Suitable for all the family. Full details at the link below: zurl.co/lb5AC

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Parentalia, the #Roman #festival in honour of family ancestors, lasted 9 days from 13 February. Families visited the tombs with offerings of flower garlands, wheat, salt, wine-soaked bread and violets; all temples were closed, marriages were forbidden, & public officials suspended business.

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🏛️#RoamingRomanHarry is at #Xanten Archaeological Park. Despite facing challenges such as the Germanic Bataver revolt in 69-70AD, the #Roman settlement -established c 13AD- thrived & became Colonia Ulpia Traiana, 88-89AD. It was destroyed in the 3rd C & was ultimately abandoned by the 4th.

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#NationalPizzaDay🍕Pizza-like dishes were made throughout the ancient world, consisting of a topped flatbread. In Ancient Rome it was called adorea or libum adoreum & was topped with moretum (cheese spread) & fruits. In Pompeii, a fresco was found in 2023, showing an early pizza type food.

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For our #hillfort clip this week, we travel to the Isle of Bute, #Scotland & Barone Hill, overlooking Rothesay. With stunning views , it has two lines of enclosure, representing separate phases of construction. Some facing stones that once dressed the walls can still be seen.

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We re-open in just 2 days and now is the time to book your spot for our VR Experience! The experience will be running daily throughout February. Space is limited so be sure to book your spot in advance at the link below 😎 We can't wait to journey through history with you! zurl.co/NY3QL

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Coming up in just 2 days, our next Trimontium Talk; Publius Quinctilius Varus: The man who lost three legions with Dr. Jo Ball on Thursday, February 13th @ 7:30pm. Join us online via Zoom. Book your spot at the link below! 😎 zurl.co/iBbkL

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✨💰 Behold a counterfeit coin mould, 🔍 discovered at #Trimontium in 1940 and on display at the museum. It features a denarius of Caracalla (AD188-217) on one side, & the reverse of an antoninianus of Aurelian (AD270-275) on the other. A combination of coin types of different dates.

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✨ Celebrating #WomenInScience: #Hypatia of #Alexandria (AD355-415) 📚 was a Neoplatonic philosopher, mathematician, astronomer & revered teacher. She edited Book III of Ptolemy's Almagest, which supported the geocentric model of the universe.

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Today is the anniversary of 2 deaths in the #Roman #Empire separated by almost 200 years. #Britannicus, son of Claudius, died 11 Feb AD55, 1 day before his 14th bday. He's said to have been poisoned by his stepbrother Nero. ⠀ Emperor, #Gordian III died in AD244, aged 19. After 6 years in power.

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Attention all food lovers! Join us this Saturday, February 15th for Roman Food in Britain with Vibia Sabina. An audience with Vibia Sabina is included with entry to the museum and will be running throughout the day. Suitable for all the family. Full details at the link below: zurl.co/lb5AC

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#MythologyMonday In the winter in the northern hemisphere, a small constellation, called Columba (dove), is visible. Its name is rooted in #ancient #mythology. On their sea voyage, Jason & the Argonauts would have been lost & killed by two clashing rocks if not for a dove.

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The #countdown continues, just 4 more days to opening day this FRIDAY 14th February! 🌟🎉😃 The #Playmobil Roman troops are ready😎 & this time they are not alone... We are open Tuesday to Saturday 10:30am to 4 pm until Easter. #TrimontiumMuseum #ScottishBorders

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