Jewry Wall Museum
Jewry Wall Museum
St Nicholas Circle
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE1 4LB
England
Website
Leicester Museums & Galleries website
www.leicester.gov.uk/museumsandgalleries
Enquiries
Telephone
General enquiries
0116 225 4971
Senior Curator
0116 225 2455
Fax
0116 225 4966
The Jewry Wall is one of Leicester's most famous landmarks. It is a rare example of Roman walling which has survived for nearly 2000 years.
Originally it was part of the Roman public baths. It separated the exercise hall, which stood on the site of St. Nicholas church, from the rest of the baths. The ruins between the Jewry Wall and the museum were excavated in the 1930s and preserved by the enlightened
The baths were more like Turkish Baths than the swimming pools of today. Bathers progressed through cold, warm and hot rooms and could visit a sweat room. The baths enabled the citizens of Rome to keep clean and gossip with their friends. An exercise hall allowed the young and energetic to keep fit.
Venue Type:
Museum, Archaeological site
Additional info
There is a car park adjacent to the museum, within St. Nicholas Circle. Wheelchair access is available from Holy Bones, through Vaughan College private car park. Please telephone in advance so that we can make sure the access through the car park is clear. The museum displays and toilet are entirely wheelchair accessible.
Jewry Wall Museum
St Nicholas Circle
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE1 4LB
England
Website
Leicester Museums & Galleries website
www.leicester.gov.uk/museumsandgalleries
Enquiries
Telephone
General enquiries
0116 225 4971
Senior Curator
0116 225 2455
Fax
0116 225 4966
The adjacent museum tells the story of Leicester from prehistory through to the end of the medieval period. The museum holds Leicestershire's archaeological collections ranging in date from 300,000 years ago to the end of the Middle Ages. The Roman collections are particularly exciting and include what experts describe as the finest Roman mosaic in this country and three very rare examples of magnificent Roman wall painting.
'The Making of Leicester', a multi-media exhibition, tells the story of the City from the Iron Age to the year 2000. The exhibition focuses on the people who created Leicester's colourful history in a series of exciting formats. The centrepiece of the exhibition is the specially commissioned portraits of Leicester at different historical periods and the scientific re-creation of the faces of historic Leicester citizens from their skulls.
Collection details
Archaeology, Costume and Textiles, Religion, Science and Technology, Trade and Commerce, Weapons and War
Key artists and exhibits
- Glen Parva Lady
- Blackfriars Pavement
- Peacock Mosaic
- Blue Boar Lane Wall Plaster
- Norfolk Street Villa Wall Plaster
- Romans
Collections services
- General guide to collections available
- Object identification and/or written enquiry service
- Specialist publications on collections available
Jewry Wall Museum
St Nicholas Circle
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE1 4LB
England
Website
Leicester Museums & Galleries website
www.leicester.gov.uk/museumsandgalleries
Enquiries
Telephone
General enquiries
0116 225 4971
Senior Curator
0116 225 2455
Fax
0116 225 4966
Conquest Week: When the Romans created Ratae
In conjunction with ‘The Hallaton Treasure’ exhibition at New Walk Museum & Art Gallery - the two museums are hosting a range of events including marching sessions, replica Roman weapons, period music, costumed characters, trails and more! Visit our website for more event information.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
Admission is always free.
Small charge for the 'Hands on History' event day, held on 14/02/2012. (No charge for activities on all other days of Conquest Week).
Website
The Triumph of Rome FamilyEvent at Jewry Wall Musuem
A family fun day with events and games all day. Join us in celebrating a Roman Triumph and lead a barbarian warrior-in-chains through the streets of Rome.
No charge for activities. A Friends of Jewry Wall Museum event.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
11:30am-3:30pm
Website
Conquest Week: Treasures of the Museum
Join Stuart Bailey, of the Friends of Jewry Wall Museum, for . Meet at the Museum entrance.
No booking necessary.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
12:30-1:15pm
Website
Conquest Week: When the Romans created Ratae
In conjunction with ‘The Hallaton Treasure’ exhibition at New Walk Museum & Art Gallery - the two museums are hosting a range of events including marching sessions, replica Roman weapons, period music, costumed characters, trails and more! Visit our website for more event information.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
Admission is always free.
Small charge for the 'Hands on History' event day, held on 14/02/2012. (No charge for activities on all other days of Conquest Week).
Website
Conquest Week: When the Romans created Ratae
In conjunction with ‘The Hallaton Treasure’ exhibition at New Walk Museum & Art Gallery - the two museums are hosting a range of events including marching sessions, replica Roman weapons, period music, costumed characters, trails and more! Visit our website for more event information.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
Admission is always free.
Small charge for the 'Hands on History' event day, held on 14/02/2012. (No charge for activities on all other days of Conquest Week).
Website
Special Event Day: 'Hands on History'
Experience late Iron Age and early Roman life with food, music and clothing. Find out more about the Roman army with replica weapons and marching. Learn about objects and even get your hands on some history!
Includes light refreshments.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
11am-3:30pm
Admission
Free admission to the galleries.
£2.50 for activities.
Website
Conquest Week: Treasures of the Museum
Join Stuart Bailey, of the Friends of Jewry Wall Museum, for . Meet at the Museum entrance.
No booking necessary.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
12:30-1:15pm
Website
Conquest Week: When the Romans created Ratae
In conjunction with ‘The Hallaton Treasure’ exhibition at New Walk Museum & Art Gallery - the two museums are hosting a range of events including marching sessions, replica Roman weapons, period music, costumed characters, trails and more! Visit our website for more event information.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
Admission is always free.
Small charge for the 'Hands on History' event day, held on 14/02/2012. (No charge for activities on all other days of Conquest Week).
Website
Conquest Week: Roman Army Training
Become a Roman soldier and experience army life. Examine Roman replica weapons with Nigel Parker. Marching sessions run throughout the day with Phil Giddings, both Friends of Jewry Wall Museum.
No booking necessary.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
11:30am-3:30pm
Website
Conquest Week: When the Romans created Ratae
In conjunction with ‘The Hallaton Treasure’ exhibition at New Walk Museum & Art Gallery - the two museums are hosting a range of events including marching sessions, replica Roman weapons, period music, costumed characters, trails and more! Visit our website for more event information.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
Admission is always free.
Small charge for the 'Hands on History' event day, held on 14/02/2012. (No charge for activities on all other days of Conquest Week).
Website
Conquest Week: When the Romans created Ratae
In conjunction with ‘The Hallaton Treasure’ exhibition at New Walk Museum & Art Gallery - the two museums are hosting a range of events including marching sessions, replica Roman weapons, period music, costumed characters, trails and more! Visit our website for more event information.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
Admission is always free.
Small charge for the 'Hands on History' event day, held on 14/02/2012. (No charge for activities on all other days of Conquest Week).
Website
Bath House Tours
Tours of Jewry Wall bathhouse with Jennifer Macgregor, of the Friends of Jewry Wall Museum. Meet at the Museum entrance.
No booking necessary. FREE
Suitable for
- Any age
When
2:30-3:30pm
Website
Bath House Tours
Tours of Jewry Wall bathhouse with Jennifer Macgregor, of the Friends of Jewry Wall Museum. Meet at the Museum entrance.
No booking necessary. FREE
Suitable for
- Any age
When
2:30-3:30pm
Website
Matronalia
‘Mother’s Day in Roman Times’ – gain insight into the life of a Roman woman; take part in a Roman Wedding and experience the Matronalia Festival. A Friends of Jewry Wall Museum event. FREE
Suitable for
- Any age
When
11:30am-3:30pm
Website
Jewry Wall Museum
St Nicholas Circle
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE1 4LB
England
Website
Leicester Museums & Galleries website
www.leicester.gov.uk/museumsandgalleries
Enquiries
Telephone
General enquiries
0116 225 4971
Senior Curator
0116 225 2455
Fax
0116 225 4966
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