Imagine being a Roman soldier sent to a far-flung outpost of the empire …or one of the “Caledonian” tribespeople of the Scottish lowlands under military occupation.

SBC Museum & Gallery Service presents a touring exhibition and learning project for 2007/8 on the theme of the Romans’ presence in the Borders.

Using Roman artefacts, aerial photography, loan collections, replicas and set reconstructions, this exhibition will explore military and civilian life in the Borders, between the landmarks of Hadrian’s Wall and the Antonine Wall.

A series of formal education activity days and holiday workshops will also be on offer. Watch press for detailsor contact 01750 20096 for further details.

Also visit the “Three Hills Roman Heritage Centre” in Melrose to find out more about the Roman-native complex at Newstead.

Exhibition Schedule

Old Gala House 31st March – 26th May

Harestanes Visitor Centre 2nd June – 27th August.

Programme of family activities, phone 01835 830306 for details

Tweeddale Museum 6th October – 7th December

Lectures and visits to local sites, phone 01721 724820 for details

Coldstream Museum March 2008 – June 2008

Hawick Museum October 2008 – February 2009

Scottish Borders Council Museum & Gallery Service Exhibition supported with grant aid funding from The Scottish Museums Council.