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Uncovering Pompeii — 300 years of archaeology

21 Apr 2025

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Two thousand years ago, life in Pompeii stood still when Mount Vesuvius erupted, preserving the town in volcanic ash for centuries. Today, this ancient Roman city captures the imagination like few others.This event was recorded at the National Museum of Australia on 14 December 2024.SpeakersDr Sophie HayRoman archaeologist, press and communications officer, Paco archeological de PompeiiProfessor Steven EllisProfessor of Classics and Roman Archaeology at the University of CincinnatiDr Lily WithycombeCurator at the National Museum of AustraliaVirginia Trioli (host)Journalist, broadcaster and author, A Bit on the SideHost, ABC TV's Creative TypesFurther information:The exhibition Pompeii is on at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra until 4 May 2025.

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