In the first centuries after the beginning of the common era, there were dozens of Roman villas in Limburg. The main function of these villas – actually more like farms – was to grow grain. This was supplied to the Roman cities and armies in the area. The region flourished due to abundant harvests. But when the Romans left Limburg again in the third century, the villas fell into disrepair.
Special Roman finds in Limburg
Fifteen centuries later, the first excavations of these special Roman remains were made in the Limburg landscape. From April 25 to August 25, the most important archaeological finds can be seen in the National Museum of Antiquities in Leiden in the exhibition Roman villas in Limburg.
On Thursday, May 16, 2024, curator Jasper de Bruin will give a lecture about the Roman villas in Limburg especially for the readers of National Geographic. He will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the research and exhibition. Of course, there will also be an opportunity to discuss and ask questions about the research results. Afterwards there is the opportunity to visit the museum.
Would you like to be here? Which can!
The lecture will take place on Thursday, May 16 from 11 a.m. to 12 noon and costs ten euros, including coffee and tea (with Leiden key cookies). You can register via the button below. The lecture does not include admission to the museum (museum annual pass valid).
Register here for the lecture
