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Roman reenactment at the National Museum of Scotland

People of the past

Come face to face with Romans, Picts and Ancient Egyptians and learn more about how they dressed, spoke and even shopped! Discover what life was like for Iron Age people 2000 years ago in the North of Scotland by exploring our archaeological site at Birnie.

Roman enamel brooch found at Birnie

Celts and Romans at Birnie

Dress like a Pict

Discover the Picts

What did Romans soldiers wear?

Discover the Romans

Temple store game

Discover the Egyptians

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