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Faculty of Classics

 
Museum Marvellous Medicine. 21 Aug, 12-4pm

Step back in time and uncover the curious cures and fascinating treatments of the ancient world.

Join us for a family-friendly exploration of Greek and Roman medicine: discover how ancient physicians diagnosed illnesses, what remedies they prescribed, and how gods like Asclepius played a role in healing. Put on your ancient doctor's hat and get hands-on with ancient medicine in our interactive activities, medical museum trail and crafty cure-making. We're bring ancient healthcare back to life.

 

This event is part of Summer at the Museums.

 

Copyright: My Linh Le

 

 

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.

 

Accessibility

  • The Cast Gallery is on the first floor.

  • We provide step-free access via our lift. To use the lift please ask at the reception on the ground floor of the Faculty of Classics.

  • This event is primarily seated. The family trail involves standing, but we can move chairs around the gallery.

  • Find out more about Museum Access.

  • Please contact us on 01223 330402 or email museum@classics.cam.ac.uk if you have any questions or concerns about accessibility.

 

 

Who: Families (recommended age 5+)

£££: Free

Booking: No need to book, just drop in

Date: 
Thursday, 21 August, 2025 - 12:00 to 16:00
Contact name: 
Martha Heemskerk
Contact phone: 
01223330402
Subject: 
Event location: 
Cast Gallery

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