Roman Empire: Power & People21 September - 12 January 2014
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery Bristol Museum and Art Gallery will host the largest ever UK exhibition of Roman artefacts on loan from the British Museum this autumn. Roman Empire: Power and People brings together over 160 stunning pieces from the British Museum to explore the story of one of the most powerful empires the world has ever seen. Highlights include sculpture from the villas of the Emperors Tiberius and Hadrian, coins from the famous Hoxne treasure, beautiful jewellery and even near-perfectly preserved children’s clothing from Roman Egypt. Read the press release. The exhibition explores the wealth, power and organisation of the Empire, but also how the Romans viewed their provinces and other peoples. Religious, military and personal objects give an insight into the lives of people across the Empire, from northern Britain to Egypt and the Middle East. These fascinating objects show how the influences of the many people and places that the Romans came into contact with were absorbed and adapted into the Empire. The exhibition debuts at Bristol Museum and Art Gallery and is the only stop in the south-west before touring the UK. The exhibition is supported by a programme of events and activities. With thanks to Exhibition Sponsors Brewin Dolphin and Bond Dickinson and Education Sponsor Bristol Water. Roman Empire: Power and People is supported through the generosity of the Dorset Foundation. The exhibition has been developed in partnership with Bristol Museums, Galleries and Archives and The British Museum. Ticket Information£5 / £4 concessions
£3 children (5 to 16yrs) free under 5s Family ticket £10 (2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children) Buy a Family Ticket and borrow a Roman kit bag to help your little time travellers discover what being Roman meant. Special Offers See our special offers page for great deals on exhibition entry! Group bookings 1 in 10 group visitors go free. Groups must book in advance by emailing [email protected] |
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