Verulamium Museum, St Albans, Hertfordshire
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An award winning museum of every day life in Roman Britain on the site of one of the major cities in Roman Britain.
Waymark Code: WM8GJX
Location: Eastern England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 03/30/2010
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The purpose built museum has extensive featured displays including
• Recreated Roman rooms
• Some of the finest Roman mosaics and wall plasters outside the Mediterranean
• Large collection of archaeological finds arranged in terms of features of Roman life, such as recreation, rites, industry and farming
• Video presentations
Verulamium museum is invaded every second weekend in the month by Roman soldiers who demonstrate the tactics and equipment of the Roman Imperial Army.
The museum is open every day except between Christmas and New Year. Opening hours are
Monday - Saturday 10.00am - 5.30pm
Sunday 2.00pm - 5.30pm
Last admission 5.00pm
Admission is £3.50 per adult, concessions £2.00
Theme:
History of Roman life in Britain
Street Address:
Verulamium Museum
St Michael's Street
St Albans
Hertfordshire
UK
AL3 4SW
Food Court: no
Gift Shop: yes
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Saturday 10.00am - 5.30pm
Sunday 2.00pm - 5.30pm
Cost: 4.00 (listed in local currency)
Museum Size: Medium
Relevant Web Site: [Web Link]
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