The Secrets of Diocletian’s Museum in Ancient Rome

Museo delle Terme is part of Museo Nazionale di Roma, Italy’s national collection of antiquities formed after the Unification of Italy. In contrast to the early Vatican and Capitoline collections, this vast holding is dispersed in 4 unique locations. In this episode we’ll explore some secret details in the Museo delle Terme. Accompanied by one of the museum curators we’ll gain special access and unique insights into some of the history of the museum and its artifacts. You’ll want to put this museum on your list the next time you visit Rome also because its nestled within the archaeological ruins fo the Baths of Diocletian. 0:00 Introduction 0:48 Secret #1 Recycled marble from the imperial baths takes on a new function 3:18 Secret #2 of a gladiator during the games. A look at two distinct marble reliefs from Rome 5:02 Secret #3 A special sarcophagus in the collection that transports us to the gladiatorial school, the Ludus Magnus 7:46 Secret #4 The cult created by Romulus himself- the Arval Brothers 9:36 Secret #5 A little known myth on an ancient bronze artifact that ties the Aeneas myth to Rome Subscribe, comment and like! Join our newsletter to receive a link to our monthly, free live lecture, and updates on our latest videos, articles, live seminara, online courses and more! This content is brought to you by The American Institute for Roman Culture (AIRC), a 501(C)3 US Non-Profit Organization. . Please support our mission to aid learning and understanding of ancient Rome through free-to-access content by donating today via the following link: DONATE Follow us on: Instagram: Twitter: Facebook: