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Frieze of men fighting

This is a Summer With the Museums event

 

Put on your armour and drop in to find out how the ancient Greeks fought for their city-state. Find out more about how the ancient Greeks fought for their city-state and join us for a relaxed afternoon of arts and crafts. You can even make and decorate your very own Greek shield to take home with you.

 

Summer Temperatures

Our glass-roofed gallery can get very warm in the summer months. We recommend bringing water if the weather is forecast to be warm and sunny.

 

£££:

Free

No need to book:

Just drop in.

Accessibility:

Find out more about Museum Access...

Date: 
Wednesday, 2 August, 2023 - 13:00 to 15:00
Contact name: 
Will Jefferies
Contact phone: 
01223 330402
Event location: 
Museum of Classical Archaeology, Cast Gallery

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