Art What’s On

Following the Eagle

Dates: Mar 28th 2026 - Oct 3rd 2026

Mon-Sat 10:00 - 15:00
Daily 10:00 - 17:00

Price: £7.75/£5.50/under 22s and NE28 residents Free

Detail

The exhibition will showcase rare Roman military diplomas inscribed on bronze, alongside other archaeological artefacts, exploring themes of identity, service, and travel within the Roman army. The Roman state adopted the eagle as an emblem to show that as well as power and authority, they had divine favour on their side. The army used it as a symbol since it embodied Rome itself and her honour.