On Friday 22 March I was invited to get a sneak preview of the exhibition, ‘Romans: Settling in Southend’ Exhibition at the Central Museum and Planetarium in Southend.
Described as an ‘immersive showcase’, the exhibition sheds light on the lives of individuals living in Roman Britain and offers a unique perspective into the rich history of our region.
It's beautifully curated by Southend Museums and features a stunning collection of Roman artefacts from across South Essex, many of which are being displayed publicly for the first time.
While other notable Roman sites in Essex, such as Colchester and Chelmsford, have received significant attention, 'Settling in Southend' aims to spotlight the lesser-known Roman history of our fabulous and historic city.
I really enjoyed seeing the artefacts and I was fascinated to learn about the personal and familiar aspects of Roman life and everyday community and domestic experiences.
I especially liked the way the artefacts were laid out so as to give us a glimpse into the way the Romans in Southend used to live their everyday lives all those years ago.
I hope that many of you are able to visit this exhibition over the Easter holidays as it is such an engaging experience for children and adults alike. The exhibition runs until 23 March 2025 and you can find out more here: https://www.visitsouthend.co.uk/event/the-romans-settling-in-southend/
