Barbarians is a solid documentary mini-series. It’s more educational and fairly balanced than the majority of similar expeditions into the past. You’re guaranteed to learn something new that will solidify in your mind that history, no matter how twisted it might be, can find a way to be truthfully uncovered and displayed to the masses.   more »

The slide show is here.   more »

The 24-Hour Roman Reconstruction Project traces the built evolution of the ancient capitol from 753 B.C. to A.D. 410. Working with salvaged building supplies and an archive of reference material, participants (a.k.a. you!) from a variety of backgrounds will recreate the major monuments and public buildings in historic order.   more »

Around 150 coins have so far been unearthed in the run-up to work on the new Gainsborough Hotel and Thermal Spa.   more »