Cult and herbes: mixtures for the afterlife

Fragrances act directly to our sensibility. In ancient times fragrant incenses were sacrificed to the gods to keep negative elements away or simply to spread a sense of personal well-being.
Which perfumes were used in the ceremonies and in the private homes? Where did they come from and how they were used? Using mortars and pestles in the Roman way, we process herbs and resins to make our own incense. You can take your handmade mixtures home with you afterwards – together with many tips for how to use them.
Age
Years 4–6 (ages 10–12); older children by arrangement
Group size
Max. 28 pupils
Possible languages
DE,
Auf Anfrage: EN, FR
Dates
Duration
2 h
Time
Mon–Fri, 10.00–12.00 and 13.00–15.00
Meeting point
Town model in front of the theatre
Accompanying persons
2 accompanying adults, who will support the course leader and take an active part in the course activities.
Booking
please book in advance with our Visitor Service at least 10 working days before your planned visit
Price
200.-
Payment
please pay at the museum ticket office beforehand
Contact
Tel. +41 (0)61 552 22 22 or mail@augusta-raurica.ch
Please note / Hints
On colder days we recommend warm clothing.
Inklusion
This workshop offers many tactile experiences and odours of incense blends. Texts and images are not tactile. Our mediation staff will be happy to describe visual information for you.
Unfortunately, assistive technologies are not currently available for this offer. Sign language interpretation on request.
The premises are equipped with a mobile ramp.
Seating is available.
This offer encourages you to join in. There are many odours to discover. You make your own incense mixture from various plants.
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