Come and celebrate the arrival of one of Somerset’s newest Roman treasures and discover what life was like 2,000 years ago.

Step back into Roman Somerset this half term and enjoy a day packed with family-friendly activities inspired by life in Roman Britain. Make your own Roman-style ring, discover what it was like to be a Roman soldier, and uncover fascinating stories from the Roman world.

Just drop in to enjoy these activities on Saturday 24, Tuesday 27 and Thursday 29 from 10.00 am – 5.00 pm (unless stated otherwise.) 

Highlights

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Make Your Own Ring

Be inspired by the beauty of the Ilminster Ring and design your own ring to wear

✨Fun fact: The carved gemstone on top of a Roman ring is called an intaglio, Romans loved decorating their rings with them and that’s what you will be designing!

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Roman Drills

11.00 am, 12.30 pm, 2.00 pm and 3.30 pm

Join the Roman Legion!

Be led by a Roman Soldier through a series of army drills

🛡️Pick up a shield, learn military commands, practise marching and work together as a unit

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Mosaic Me

Inspired by the incredible Low Ham Mosaic, take part in our ‘Mosaic Me’ activity.

🔍Zoom in to discover the details and see how lots of little pictures come together to create your masterpiece!

There is also an opportunity to get creative and design your own mosaic

More Roman Inspired Activities

What To Expect:

Whether you’re a budding archaeologist or simply curious about Roman history, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy.

• Make your own Roman ring 
• Join a Roman drill session at 11.00 am, 12.30 pm, 2.00 pm and 3.30 pm
• Meet a Roman and handle real Roman artefacts
• Dress up in a toga
• Create a portrait in our Mosaic Me activity inspired by the famous Low Ham Mosaic
• Design your own Roman mosaic
• Take on our giant chariot race game
• Discover your Roman name with our name generator
• Complete the Jewellery Trail throughout the museum

With Grateful Thanks

South West Heritage Trust acquired the Ilminster Ring and Hoard, with support from the Arts Council England / V&A Purchase Grant Fund, Art Fund with a contribution from the Wolfson Foundation, and The Headley Trust, alongside generous local support from the Friends of The Museum of Somerset, Ilminster Town Council, Taunton U3A and Ilminster Education Foundation.