Two thousand years ago, life in Pompeii stood still when Mount Vesuvius erupted, preserving the town in volcanic ash for centuries. Today, this ancient Roman city captures the imagination like few others.

This event was recorded at the National Museum of Australia on 14 December 2024.

Speakers

Dr Sophie HayRoman archaeologist, press and communications officer, Paco archeological de Pompeii

Professor Steven EllisProfessor of Classics and Roman Archaeology at the University of Cincinnati

Dr Lily WithycombeCurator at the National Museum of Australia

Virginia Trioli (host)Journalist, broadcaster and author, A Bit on the SideHost, ABC TV's Creative Types

Further information:

The exhibition Pompeii is on at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra until 4 May 2025.