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
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Dates
Until 28 September 2025 (historic event)
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.
