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Ideas Roadshow @ideasroadshow.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Minimalistic fresco decorations in a #Roman villa beneath the Basilica of San Sebastiano, c. 235 AD. Join us on Exploring Art History: ideasroadshow.substack.com 🗃️ #arthistory #skystorians 🏺 #medievalsky #archaeology

Detail of Minimalistic fresco decorations in a Roman villa beneath the Basilica of San Sebastiano, c. 235 AD.

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Becky Wallower @bwallower.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

#TerracottaTuesday Medusa has death in her eyes. She could cast her spell and turn you to stone from both sides of large askos from a 3-2 C BC tomb in Cannae, Puglia. Fine modelling, and the polychrome - especially red lips - would have added to a startling impression. 🏺 #Archaeology Canne Museum

A large terracotta jug (askos) with a spout, and faces of Medusa with wide glaring eyes on either side. traces of polychrome designs are evident on the body of the jug, and also on the face, particularly on red lips.
The citadel of Canne where this was excavated apparently overlooks the site of the 216 BC battle featuring Hannibal, between Romans and Carthiginians. Archaeological evidence hasn't yet confirmed this....

Side view of jug showing faces either side, and a polychrome design with long streaks and curves painted in red, pink, white and blue.

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

A #mosaicmonday from the House of the Birds at the ancient roman site of Itálica - birthplace of the Emperor Hadrian. Particularly loving the proud peacock second from bottom, strutting confidently into the week 🦚. #archeology #classicsbluesky #ancientbluesky #hadrian #ancientrome

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Durotriges Dig @durotrigesdig.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Sassy snake A rather cheeky red-crested serpent on a mid 4th century AD #Roman mosaic floor Found in Durngate Street, Dorchester in 1905, he's now safely housed in Dorset Museum 📷 Sept 2026 #MosaicMonday

A crested red and white checkered snake facing right on a Roman mosaic floor

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

This intricate statuette of #Herakles - shown with his club and lion skin is exquisite and a wonderful way to start the weekend on this #findsfriday Hellenistic period bronze. 📸 Us, Archaeological Museum of Corfu #skystorians #ancientbluesky #AncientGreece #archaeology #classicsbluesky #Hercules

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Roman Sites @romansites.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

It's worth adding that the Yorkshire Museum is also hosting an exhibition of the stunning Iron Age Melsonby Hoard 'Chariots, Treasure & Power'. Well worth a visit (even if it's not Roman 😉). Runs to summer 2027. 📷 my own 2026 #Brigantes #IronAge #RomanAdjacent

The Block - a corroded mass of 88 Iron Age objects from the Melsonby Hoard, including spear heads, horse harnesses and decorative metalwork.

Copper alloy wine-mixing bowl from the Melsonby Hoard. (Iron Age)

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Happy #InternationalCoffeeDay! Hailed by some in the 18th century as 'the drink of reason', by others as 'essence of old shoes'... Celebrate with a biscuit, a brew and find out more in our fun-filled episode ☕️. 'Wake Up & Smell The Coffee!' #Georgians #ICD2026 open.spotify.com/episode/6sIC...

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The Georgians - Wake Up & Smell The Coffee! (Georgian Coffee House Culture)

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Trimontium Trust & Museum @trimontiumtrust.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

#OTD 1st #Oct #Rome honoured #Fides, goddess of trust, good faith & fidelity. She appears on many Roman coins — including some on display at our museum in Melrose. 🔎🪙 It's also the birthday of Roman historian Sallust c.86 BC. His accounts of the Catiline conspiracy & Jugurthine War survive.

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The miniseries finale! "Wonders of the Wall - Hadrian's Horses" We've gone fully #equestrian, inspired by Corbridge Town & the Roman Army Museum at Magna Fort. How did these noble animals fare on Rome's northern frontier? 🐎 🐎 #romanbritain #archaeology #skystorians #hadrianswall #militaryhistory

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

Happy #MosaicMonday with a detail of a grey & pink chessboard-pattern mosaic from 4th Century C.E. Verona. 📸 Us #Roman Theatre Museum, Verona. #ancientbluesky #archaeology

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Following Hadrian @followinghadrian.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

#ArtefactSunday – Two ivory Roman folding-knife handles carved in the form of gladiators. The figure on the left represents a secutor, with his distinctive enclosed helmet and rectangular shield. Dated to the 3rd century AD; the gladiatorial type and date of the second handle are uncertain.

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Hiding in Battle Museum of Local History are lovely plaster fragments that once decorated the nearby roman baths at Beauport Park. The purple, yellow & red lines would have bordered a central scene, and different paint layers suggest redecoration happened at some point 💜💛❤️. 📸 us #findsfriday

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Classics at Leeds @leedsclassics.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

It's Welcome Week in Leeds and we can't wait to meet our new students over the next few days, and to welcome back our returning students too! We're especially excited about the start of our *new MA* in Classics and Ancient History! For more details, please visit: courses.leeds.ac.uk/k149/classic...

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The Classics and Ancient History MA is unique to Leeds and explores the ancient Mediterranean world, spanning literature, history, philosophy, religion and material culture.

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Here is a wonderful silver ring from the #Roman fort at #Vindolanda With the simple and poignant inscription ‘Matri Patri’ (Mum & Dad) ❤️ ❤️ #FindsFriday 📸 Us, museum at Vindolanda. #romanbritain #archaeology #romanmilitary #skystorians #classicsbluesky #ancientjewellery

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Jon Hawke @archaeohawke.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

#FrescoFriday Menades, wall painting, Style III, c. 20–45 AD. Medium: Fresco, 26.7 × 71.3cm. Found at Pompeii (Italy), Villa di Cicerone – Villa of Cicero. Now on display at the #Naples, National Archaeological Museum. #art #Roman #painting #Archaeology #beauty

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Jon Hawke @archaeohawke.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Zeus-Ammon. #Roman copy of a #Greek original from the late 5th century BC. The Greeks of the lower Nile Delta and Cyrenaica combined features of supreme #god Zeus with features of the #Egyptian god Amun-Ra. Königsplatz collections. #Art #History

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Finding (finally!) the carved phallus at Chesters Roman Fort that protected the garrison stationed there from evil. Looks pretty obvious but it took us a while 🤣. Happy #phallusthursday !! #romanbritain #archaeology #romanmilitary #skystorians #hadrianswall #militaryhistory

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Angela O'Brien / GrecianGirly @greciangirl.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

🏛️ Not far from Ancient Corinth is the much-overlooked and wonderful site of Ancient Sykion, north Peloponnese, Greece. Among other things, it is the birthplace of the famous sculptor Lyssipos. Read more about this wonderful site here: www.frsthand.com/story/sikyon... 📷 me #AncientBluesky

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

For #FindsFriday we have two boxwood combs, one of which was found still in its leather pouch in the Commanding Officer’s residence at #Vindolanda and dating to before 100 C.E. All combs found were made on the continent and imported. 📸 Us #romanbritain #archaeology #romanmilitary #skystorians

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Butser Ancient Farm @butserancientfarm.co.uk · 09/09/2026

A little glimpse at what goes into making a mosaic… 🏺✨ From cutting tiny tesserae to preparing lime mortar, join our workshop to create your own 20x20cm piece. 📅 26th September ⏰ 9:30am - 3:30pm Book your place! 🔥 www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Out now! Episode 3 of our Hadrian's Wall miniseries: "Wonders of the Wall - Chesters Roman Fort" Where we talk altars, grain rations and caltrops - the evil but tiny weapons, so effective they’re still used in warfare today. #romanbritain #archaeology #skystorians #hadrianswall #militaryhistory

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The Roman Society @theromansoc.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Starts next Wednesday! Still time to enrol on our new online course, 'Exploring the World of Sappho', with Sam Newington. Live weekly sessions start Wednesday 16 September (6-7.30pm, UK time), or watch the recordings when it suits you! www.hellenicandromanlibrary.org/Events/Event...

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Trimontium Trust & Museum @trimontiumtrust.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

#TrimontiumTuesday Join Professor Stuart Campbell online on 10 Sept at 7.30pm as he shares the latest discoveries from Trimontium's archaeological research — including new results from Trimontium itself! 👀 🌍 ONLINE via Zoom. Link to the recording sent to all participants. 🎟️ £5 | FREE for Members

Image of Prof Stuart Campbell holding a small find, with lettering announcing the upcoming September talk

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Trimontium Trust & Museum @trimontiumtrust.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Today marks #ReadABookDay! Whatever the weather, this is the perfect excuse to curl up in an armchair with a good read. If you love #Roman history, you're bound to find something in our selection of books for sale at #Trimontium Museum. #museumshop

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Chesters Roman Fort on Hadrian's Wall - surely the most beautiful spot for a bathhouse 🛁💧? Happy #romansitesaturday 🩷! #hadrianswall #romanbritain #skystorians #archaeology #romanmilitary

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Chesters Roman Fort on Hadrian's Wall - surely the most beautiful spot for a bathhouse 🛁💧? Happy #romansitesaturday 🩷! #hadrianswall #romanbritain #skystorians #archaeology #romanmilitary

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UCL Archaeology South-East @archsoutheast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Discover the hidden lives of historic buildings with ASE’s Dr Michael Shapland! This fascinating talk is part of Brighton Dome’s Heritage Open Day 2026. 📆When? Sun 20th Sept, 11-12 (doors 10:30am) 📍Where? Brighton Dome Concert Hall, Brighton 🆓How much? Free (but book a ticket!)

An archaeologist stands in a cavernous room with a vaulted ceiling that has been stripped back to bare walls and timber. Diggers can be seen excavating in the foreground inside the building.

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Out now! Episode 2 of our Hadrian's Wall miniseries: "Wonders of the Wall - Vindolanda Part 2" Oyster facts aplenty and a questionable recipe for mayonnaise... #romanbritain #archaeology #romanmilitary #skystorians #hadrianswall #vindolanda #ancientrome

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Trimontium Trust & Museum @trimontiumtrust.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

In 6AD, #Augustus established vigiles: ancient Roman #firefighters. They had their own barracks and were equipped with horse-drawn water pumps, fire-smothering quilts, buckets, and tools to tear down burning houses. They also patrolled the city at night, catching burglars and breaking up commotions.

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Save Ancient Studies Alliance @saveancientstudies.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

✨Don't know where to start on your research? Check out SASA's #OpenAccess database for all things Ancient Studies! It features 1300+ entries of verified sources on topics related to all fields of Ancient Studies, and is continuously being updated. ➡️saveancientstudies.org/online-resources

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

If you’re at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this year then simply DO go and check out our resident composer, Alice Keys, in her fabulous, heartwarming and joyous show. #edinburghfringe #fringefestival #fringe2026 #eltonjohn

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Happy #findsfriday Tile fragment with a beautifully clear imprint of the 'CL BR' logo for the Classis Britannica, the branch of the Roman navy that patrolled the English Channel, protecting the province of Britannia. 📸 us, Battle Museum of Local History #romanbritain #archaeology #skystorians

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St Andrews Classics @staclassics.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

"Reconnecting Roman Britain" #conference 📆 13 to 14 November 2026 📍 In person event, Colchester Call for contributions: ⏰️ Submit abstracts of up to 250 words to ReconnectingRB2026@gmail.com by 6 September 2026.

RECONNECTING ROMAN BRITAIN
Colchester: Friday 13th & Saturday 14th November 2026
CALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS
The Society for the Promotion of Roman Studies and Colchester Archaeological Trust invite submissions on subjects connected to the archaeology of Britain in the Roman world. They are keen to hear about the work you have been
undertaking, whether through volunteering, commercial archaeology, community engagement,
museum practice, independent scholarship, or academic research.
The conference programme will include longer papers, 5-minute “lightning round” presentations, and poster
displays. Please submit an abstract of up to 250 words to the email below by 6
September 2026. Submissions should include your name, contact email, affiliation (if applicable),
presentation title, and preferred format. Successful applicants will be notified by the end of September
2026.

All enquiries to: ReconnectingRB2026@gmail.com

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Carrying on the shoe vibe for #findsfriday🩰... We saw these in the Battle Museum of Local History near Hastings. Well worth a visit. Very apt as we chat decorative shoes in our Vindolanda episode released yesterday! The studs gave traction. Style + function 👌. 📸 us #romanbritain #archaeology

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Save Ancient Studies Alliance @saveancientstudies.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

📜 Want to take a deep dive into an ancient studies topic, but don't know where to start? Check out the SASA Intro Guides project to get basic overviews of general and complex topics (large and small)! ➡️ Check out our Intro Guides here: saveancientstudies.org/intro-guides #SASA #AncientStudies

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Out now! Episode 1 of our Hadrian's Wall miniseries: Wonders of the Wall - Vindolanda Part 1 Because we visited Vindolanda on every day of our trip, and it wouldn't all fit in 1 episode... We begin with wigs, shoes & toilets 🚻 . #romanbritain #hadrianswall #archaeology #romanmilitary #ancientrome

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

This #ReliefWednesday we have Mars, God of war, ready for action with spear in hand. A fitting tribute to battle which originally adorned the headquarters building of Housesteads #Roman Fort on Hadrian’s Wall. 📸 Us Chesters Museum #romanbritain #archaeology #ancientrome #Housesteads #Hadrianswall

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

The impressive funerary monument of the Volumnii is the most significant to be found in Padua & dates from the time of Augustus. Publius & Lucius, sons of Gaius Volumnius, built the monument. 📸 Us, Musei Civici #Padua 1st C. #Archaeology #TombTuesday #AncientBluesky #Classicsbluesky #AncientRome

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Sarah Lord @potsofhistory.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

We've had a fantastic day demonstrating Roman pottery at Vindolanda! 🏺 We're back tomorrow, so come and say hello if you're visiting. 🫵 Can't make it? Bring Roman history home instead: potted-history.co.uk #PottedHistory #Vindolanda #RomanHistory #Archaeology #HadriansWall

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Trimontium Trust & Museum @trimontiumtrust.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

NOT LONG NOW!! Preparations are reaching fever pitch now for our Roman & Iron Age Festival THIS SATURDAY.

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Sistory History Podcast @sistoryhistory.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

The ancient Kardaki Temple overlooks the sea on a stunning cliffside in #Corfu. Dating to the late Archaic period (c. 500 BCE) it’s unclear which deity was worshipped here. #AncientSiteSunday 📸 Us, Mon Repos Park #skystorians #ancientbluesky #AncientGreece #archaeology #classicsbluesky

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