Defined by the men in their lives, women in ancient Rome were valued mainly as wives and mothers. Although some were allowed more freedom than others, there was always a limit, even for the ...

Most research on women in Ancient Greece and Rome concentrate on urban domestic life where there were no references to women ...

Other women, attract attention for their flagrant sexual excesses. One ancient writer describes Julia, Augustus’ only daughter, entertaining her lovers in public in the Roman forum. While ...

Consisting of four sections, the exhibition tells stories about the family, social, and spiritual lives of ancient Roman women through their diverse roles. Visitors can explore the ancient Roman ...