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Roman Legionary - Arms, Armor and Archaeology
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Costumes, Educational Programs, Historical Programs and Characters, Miscellaneous, Museums, Technology
Audience Age
13 - Adult
(This is Live In-Person)
Learn about the Roman Legionary soldier during the Roman Empire in the 1st Century AD/CE, In this unique and engaging presentation, utilizing the latest Archaeological and Academic research, replicas and reconstructions of Roman artifacts, arms, armor and material culture, and can include a hands-on/try-on experience. (depending on time and space available)
Optionally, the program can be shortened to 15-20 minutes to open up for a Q&A for a more interactive experience.
(note new email address: avarthistory@gmail.com)
$290.
$290 for a single program, up to 1 hour in length. Additional charges for mileage/tolls/parking may apply.
$400 for more than 2 programs / for the day
(this is suggested for schools to accomodate mutiple classes)
(note new email address: avarthistory@gmail.com)
Group Size
up to 100
Program Length
30 minutes to 1 Hour
(Live Program) 1 table for display items, apx. 10 feet square minimum, 12 foot ceiling for movement. Auditorium, gym or classroom (private changing area for presenter requested)
Parking adjacent to performance area / access to backstage, etc. requested.
Last Modified
03/20/2023
Recent Library/School Appearances by Andy Volpe: Art & History
Holden Senior Center (contact C. Nelson; Roman Legionary and Medieval Artist programs)
Holden, MA
(508)210-5570
The Oaks mansion (Daughters of the American Revolution Bigelow Chapter House; Paul Revere / Intaglio Printmaking demos)
Worcester, MA
(508)797-3530
Peabody Essex Museum (contact M. Winikates; Medieval Artist hands-on display)
Salem, MA
(508)745-9500
Boston College High School (contact E. Penarubia; Roman Legionary programs)
Boston, MA
(617)436-3900
Valley View School (contact S. Longvall; Roman Legionary programs)
North Brookfield, MA
(508)867-6690
Exeter High School (contact E. Ellis, Latin; Roman Legionary programs)
Exeter, NH
(603)395-2400
Bancroft School (contact H. Hall-Alicandro; Medieval Artist program)
Worcester, MA
(508)853-2640
Franklin Pierce University (contact J. Donelan; Roman Legionary and Medieval Artist)
Rindge, NH
(603)899-4000
Rice Public Library (Jennifer Kelley; Roman Legionary)
Kittery, ME
(207)439-1553
Oblate Retirement Home (Roman Legionary program)
Tewksbury, MA
(508)612-0405
Old Sturbridge Village (contact Jim O'Brien; Printmaking/Intaglio Printing demonstrations)
Sturbridge, MA
(508)347-0328
Leach Library (contact: Donna Plante; Roman Legionary program)
Londonderry, NH
(603)432-1132
American Inn Retirement Living (contact: Elizabeth Demerski; Roman Legionary program)
Southwick, MA
(413)569-1945
Mashantucket Pequot Museum (Printmaking in New England 1600-1770 demonstration)
Ledyard, CT
(800)411-9671
Storrs Library
Longmeadow, MA
(413)565-4181
Performer’s Contact Information
Andy Volpe: Art & History
Andrew Volpe34 Douglas Rd
Bldg. B Red Brick Mill
Whitinsville, MA 01588
Reproduction weapons will not be handled by the audience at any time; wooden practice weapons will be utilized and will be under direct supervision by the presenter. Optionally reproduction artifacts such as helmets, armor, wax tablets, etc. may be brought to be examined and handled.