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Excerpt: 26 April 2024 to 05 January 2025 This fascinating exhibition is devoted to Achilles, a legendary hero of Greek mythology who became famous for his bravery and courage during the Trojan War. The various items on display for this exhibition (mosaics, vases, sarcophagus, etc.) will guide visitors through the key moments in the life of this…
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- Discover our permanent collections
Guided tour
Excerpt: Do you like learning little historical facts, listening to funny anecdotes, and finding all the answers to your questions? Well then, what are you waiting for? Come and take the discovery guided tour of our permanent collections! Our tour guides will take you on a journey into Nîmes in antiquity… Every Saturday and Sunday – 3pm …
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- Nîmes Roman Days – Workshop “Roman hairstyles by the women of Roman times”
child workshop
Theme Roman weekend
Free
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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- Nîmes Roman Days – The Roman woman during the era of Agrippina the Elder
Animation
Theme Roman weekend
Free
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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- Nîmes Roman Days – In the footsteps of a legionary at the caupona (Roman tavern): eat, drink, play!
Animation
Theme Roman weekend
Free
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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- Nîmes Roman Days – Introduction to Germanic customs and a ritual ceremony
Animation
Theme Roman weekend
Free
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 …
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- Nîmes Roman Days – Workshop “Creation of a scented Roman balm”
Theme Roman weekend
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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- NÎMES ROMAN DAYS – Storytelling and musical walking tour
Animation
Theme Roman weekend
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…
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- Family tour & workshop for children aged 3-5 : “Achilles and emotions”
Jeune public
Theme Exhibition "Achilles and the Trojan War"
Excerpt: This tour is an invitation for young children and their parents to discover the story of Achilles and the Trojan War through the emotions felt by the main characters. Jealousy, anger, love, sadness… children will be invited to explore a whole host of emotions! As part of the ‘Achilles & the Trojan War’ exhibition …
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- Achilles and the Trojan War
Guided tour
Theme Exhibition "Achilles and the Trojan War"
Excerpt: A fascinating tour to discover the legend of Achilles and the origins of the Trojan War. From 27 April, every Saturday and Sunday – 2:30pm …
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- MUSÉO’KIDS AFTERNOONS : Oyez, oyez, oyez, knights!
Jeune public
Theme Goûters Muséo'kids
Excerpt: Guided tour & workshop for 6-10 year olds followed by an afternoon snack every second Wednesday of the month It wasn’t easy to get your bearings on a medieval battlefield! Friend or enemy ? That’s where coats of arms came in : helping you tell who’s who. With their practised eyes, the young budding knights will…
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- Discover our permanent collections
Guided tour
Excerpt: Do you like learning little historical facts, listening to funny anecdotes, and finding all the answers to your questions? Well then, what are you waiting for? Come and take the discovery guided tour of our permanent collections! Our tour guides will take you on a journey into Nîmes in antiquity… Every Saturday and Sunday – 3pm …
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- Achilles and the Trojan War
Guided tour
Theme Exhibition "Achilles and the Trojan War"
Excerpt: A fascinating tour to discover the legend of Achilles and the origins of the Trojan War. From 27 April, every Saturday and Sunday – 2:30pm …
