Rimljani v Ljubljani (Romans in Ljubljana)
The family festival Rimljani v Ljubljani offers an interactive experience that unveils the secrets of Emona, the ancient predecessor of Ljubljana, and brings Roman life back to life for a day.
Young explorers and their families set out with a map in hand to independently discover eight city locations, where engaging performances, creative workshops, and exciting challenges await them. They experience ancient heritage in a playful and hands-on way, engaging all their senses. Along the way, they collect stamps and compete for attractive prizes.
EMONA BENEATH YOUR FEET, CLAY IN YOUR HANDS
City Museum of Ljubljana
Gosposka ulica 15
What awaits us?
Emona Once Upon a Time with Arhelaj
Emona Beneath Your Feet: searching for ancient traces with Roman woman Livia in the museum cellar
Clay-shaping workshop
Tastes of Emona: try a piece of Roman flatbread and a sip of refreshing drink
Who is hosting?
City Museum of Ljubljana
Katarina Toman Kracina
Pizzeria Foculus, Stow Café
DEFENDING EMONA
French Revolution Square
What awaits us?
Presentation of legionary equipment and lifestyle
Handling legionary equipment
Taking photos with legionaries
Who is hosting?
Poetovio LXIX
EXCAVATIONS WITH ANCIENT MELODIES
Arheopark Emona – The Emonan House
Mirje 4
What awaits us?
With a Roman slave through the Emonan House
Music workshop: ancient melodies and trying out ancient instruments
Interactive workshop Let’s Play Archaeologists
Who is hosting?
City Museum of Ljubljana
Logofil.si
Archaeological Centre MGML
ROMAN BEAUTY AND POWER
Arheopark Emona – Roman Wall
Park next to the Roman wall at Mirje
What awaits us?
Fibula-making workshop
Learning about Roman cosmetics and the use of ancient preparations (e.g. Galen’s cream)
Demonstration of military equipment
Who is hosting?
Cultural Association Vespesjan
SCHOOL IN EMONA
Roman Forum
Ferant Garden
What awaits us?
A Roman-style school lesson
Using wax tablets and a stylus
Learning Latin and Roman numerals
Storytelling about Roman gods
Who is hosting?
Slovenian School Museum
MOSAICS OF THE PAST WITH HONORATA
Arheopark Emona – Early Christian Centre
Erjavčeva ulica 15
What awaits us?
First-person tour with Honorata through preserved private baths and beautiful mosaics
Mosaic-making workshop
Who is hosting?
City Museum of Ljubljana
ROMAN GAMES AND CLOTHING
National Museum of Slovenia
Muzejska ulica 1
Clothing presentations will take place at 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30, 16:00, 16:30, 17:00 and 17:30.
What awaits us?
Roman outdoor games
Dressing in the latest Roman fashion
Meeting Emona’s most famous citizen – the statue of Emonec
Who is hosting?
National Museum of Slovenia
LATIN NAMES OF “ALL LIVING THINGS”
Slovenian Museum of Natural History
Muzejska ulica 1
What awaits us?
Latin names of “all living things”
Learning about the symbolic meaning of plants and animals in Roman everyday life
Discovering which plants and animals were used for food and healing
Who is hosting?
Slovenian Museum of Natural History
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