After a 250-year absence, the ‘Dictionary Desk’ of celebrated 18th century writer Samuel Johnson makes a historic return to his former abode, Dr Johnson’s House in the City of London.
Join London Mithraeum Bloomberg SPACE to celebrate the ancient Roman Festival of Saturnalia with free crafts and an exploration of Roman London.
One of the most popular holidays of the Roman calendar, this ancient festival honours Saturn, the god of seed-sowing, and celebrates the promise of a spring harvest. The festivities would have started on 17 December and coincided with the winter solstice. Wax taper candles called cerei were common gifts during Saturnalia, to signify light returning after the solstice.
Celebrate the festival by decorating a candle-themed ornament and discover the Roman oil lamps, along with many other ancient artefacts that were discovered on our site.
Children of all ages welcome. Sessions are drop in, please book a slot in advance.
