As hard as we try, arms and armour myths will persist... at least we have Assistant Curator of Arms & Armour, Scot Hurst, here to debunk them for us.
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Before you join us for our new exhibition, Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum, find out all about the different gladiator typologies.
Join Curator of European Armour, Andrei Bogdanov, as he reveals the origins, arms and armour, and epic rivalries in this new series ๐ฅ
Book your tickets to Gladiators now: https://t.co/w6vALsZDzg
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Experience life in Rome's most infamous arena, as the internationally acclaimed exhibition Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum arrives in Leeds, from 28 June to 2 November 2025.
Developed in collaboration with the @ParcoColosseo , the exhibition features original artefacts from the @MANNapoli , including gladiatorial weaponry, armour, and three of the few surviving intact gladiator helmets.
Tickets on sale now from the Royal Armouries website ๐https://t.co/43KbWah5A3
Thanks to our exhibition partners Expona and Contemporanea Progetti.
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So excited we have two shortlisted projects! One is our fabulous Digital Playground supported by the players of National heritage lottery and one for the amazing Katie and Mark Murray Flutter for our gen ? Viral TikTok @Royal_Armouries
The wait is over. The Museums + Heritage Awards 2025 shortlist is here! ๐
Thank you so much to everyone who entered. Each year, the #MandHAwards set out to recognise the exceptional talent, dedication, and creativity across the museums and heritage sector and this year is no exception.
Congratulations to those who made the shortlist. We can't wait to see you all at the ceremony 15 May! ๐ซ
Full shortlist: https://t.co/alsFSYyiuY
We're Hiring! ๐จ
Join our dynamic Collections, Learning, and Research team as a Registrar.
If you're passionate about collections and want to make an impact then you can learn more about the role and download the application form via the link below:
https://t.co/88Fe99E9jX
Anyone looking for a new digital opportunity? Get in touch if you have questions about the job!
We are looking for an experienced Digital Manager to join our Exhibitions, Display, & Digital team.
https://t.co/ecWUwJp994
The Royal Armouries delivers an exciting programme of fast-paced, audience-focussed public events which you could play a central role in the development, administration, production and delivery of.
We are hiring a new events officer based full time in Leeds:
๐ฐ ยฃ26,250 pa
๐ฐ Full time contract
โฐ Deadline 5th Jan 2025
Apply now:
https://t.co/rdy8oOy3o9
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The Colosseum comes to Leeds โ๏ธ
Opening Summer 2025, our new Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum exhibition brings the life and times of the Roman arenas and these fascinating warriors to life.
This immersive, world-leading exhibition is coming to the UK for the first time.
Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum is presented by the Royal Armouries in collaboration with the National Archaeological Museum of Naples, Expona and Contemporary Projects.
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