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Join us for our June Trimontium Talk
THURSDAY 11th June
The Games Romans Played by Dr Andrew Newton
ONLINE and IN PERSON
Many Roman archaeological sites yield up evidence of leisure activities; for example the fragments of gaming boards and the gaming pieces that were used with them. In this talk, Andrew will explore the history of 'Toys and Games', and what these artefacts may tell us about the societies that invented and played with them. In an era when many heritage settings are seeking to engage with local schools; is there are role for incorporating activities based upon historical games into the displays that we have available within our museums (and how might this fit in with national initiatives like 'Maths in Museums').
Andrew (AKA Marcus the Medicus) volunteers with a number of museums and is an Ambassador for Archaeology Scotland.
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