Listen to the story of the Cherusci priestess and learn all about the traditions and beliefs, and the role of the woman in Germanic civilisations in the 1st century A.D.
You’ll also have the chance to attend a ceremony led by a priestess.
By the Ludgunum Antica association
Saturday 4 and sunday 5 may – From 10am to 6pm
Ceremony at 11am and 4pm
— All weekend
Ceremony : 20min
Museum garden : free admission and no bookings required
Special offer during the Nîmes Roman Days (only Friday 3 and Saturday 4 May): discounted prices on museum admission or guided tours, upon presentation of your ticket for the ‘Germanicus et la colère barbare’ show.
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Excerpt: Just like a legionary from Roman times, step inside a traditional tavern and taste some of the dishes concocted based on the recipes from Apicius near the thermopolium (equivalent of fast-food back then) and sample some Roman wines. It is also an opportunity to learn about antique winemaking and play some of the board games that…
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Excerpt: Women of the upper-class or women of the people, free citizens or slaves, find out all about the role of the woman during this era, about their rights, their duties, the clothes and accessories they wore. By l’association Ludgunum Antica Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 May – From 10am to 6pm — All weekend …
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Excerpt: Listen to the story of the Cherusci priestess and learn all about the traditions and beliefs, and the role of the woman in Germanic civilisations in the 1st century A.D. You’ll also have the chance to attend a ceremony led by a priestess. By the Ludgunum Antica association …
child workshop
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Excerpt: Under the Republic, Roman hairstyles were simple, much like the styles of Greek women. Under the Empire, when the comb was introduced, hairstyles became more complex and were used as a way to demonstrate social status. The wealthy Roman women of the 1st century enjoyed luxury and beauty and would display their wealth with their clothing…
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Excerpt: Participants of all ages can try their hand at making a scented Roman balm, using ancient techniques and ingredients. By the Ludgunum Antica association Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 May – At 10:30am and 3:30pm — Duration : 30min …
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Excerpt: « Germanicus and the ideal Roman » Hear all about the hectic life of Germanicus from his faithful brother-in-arms. Produced using texts written by antique authors and Shakespeare, and based on the adapted screenplay by Alexandre Metratone (Compagnie Equipages). By Pascal MINNE Saturday 4 and sunday 5 may – 2:30pm — Duration : 45 min Museum garden…
