Concrete and the road-building technology used to build the Roman Empire\’s famous roads are just part of the ancient civilization\’s astonishing legacy.
It is remarkable how people who lived 2000 years ago have influenced our science, art, engineering, architecture and culture and also our ways of thinking.
From 8 June the Australian Armour & Artillery Museum, Cairns, will host the internationally acclaimed interactive exhibition Ancient Rome: The Empire that shaped the world.
Travel back in time when massive construction and large scale technological innovation led to the largest globally-integrated economy the world had ever seen. Be prepared to learn something new and unexpected about ancient Rome, contemporary society and human nature.
Highlights include:
- Six metre long timeline spanning over 1000 years from Republic to Empire
- Learn about military strategy, unprecedented logistics and communications
- Get up close to gladiators\’ armour, swords and shields
- Discover the secrets of the Colosseum
The family-friendly exhibition is presented by the inaugural Cairns Italian Festival and the Museum.
Tickets to Ancient Rome include free entry to the Australian Armour and Artillery Museum, the largest private collection of tanks, armoured vehicles and artillery in the southern hemisphere.
8 June – 7 August 2022
Australian Armour & Artillery Museum
2 Skyrail Drive, Smithfield, Queensland
Open 7 days, 9.30am – 4.30pm
Tickets can be purchased online and at the Museum.
The Cairns Italian Festival continues with a wide range of events from 28 July – 6 August 2022.
Photo courtesy of WA Maritime Museum. Ancient Rome: Epic Innovators & Engineers, June – October 2020.