A Striking Sight: The pioneering 1875 excavations of South Shields Roman Fort
An exhibition marking the 150th anniversary of the start of excavations at Arbeia
Dates
Monday 31 March - Sunday 28 September
Visitor Information
Times:
During normal museum opening hours
Prices:
Free entry, donations welcome
About
2025 marks the 150th anniversary of the beginning of the excavations in 1875 at the 'Roman camp' now, Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort.
This exhibition will look at the progress of the first few years of excavations from 1875 – 1881 when the Roman Remains Park was then established.
The displays will include what was found, the people involved in the work as well as photographs taken at the time.
